"I fled from a communist regime to come to this land of opportunity and freedom, where if you work hard and are a responsible member of society, you have the ability to get ahead," said Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, Florida Republican, the mother of a transgender man. "That principle should apply to anyone, including transgender Americans. I urge the administration to guide its policies under the premise of freedom, opportunity and equality." (Associated Press)
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