Sarah McBride, First Transgender Lawmaker, Banned from Women’s Restroom in Congress

House Speaker Mike Johnson has introduced a rule barring transgender lawmakers, staff, and visitors from using Capitol facilities that align with their gender identity. The rule states that all single-sex restrooms, locker rooms, and similar facilities within the Capitol and House offices are now designated for individuals based on their "corresponding biological sex," according to Johnson's official statement on Wednesday.

The decision directly affects Democratic Representative-elect Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender member of Congress, who represents Delaware....