Trans communities in the United States had been bracing themselves for the worst when Donald Trump took office as president. His campaign had been marked by numerous threats to roll back the rights of trans individuals, and many had feared that his administration would follow through on those promises. Unfortunately, their fears were proven correct, as the Trump administration did indeed take steps to undermine the rights of trans people.

One of the most notable examples of this was the Trump administration's move to roll back protections for trans students in schools. In 2017, the administration announced that it would be rescinding guidelines that had been put in place by the Obama administration to protect the rights of trans students. These guidelines had allowed trans students to use the bathroom that corresponded with their gender identity, and had also provided guidance on how schools could support trans students. The rollback of these protections was a significant blow to trans communities, who had seen the guidelines as an important step forward in the fight for equality.

The Trump administration's actions were met with widespread criticism from trans communities and their allies. Many argued that the rollback of protections would put trans students at risk of harassment and discrimination, and would undermine the progress that had been made in recent years. The move was also seen as a betrayal of the trust that many trans individuals had placed in the government to protect their rights.

Despite the fact that many trans individuals had expected the Trump administration to take steps to roll back their rights, the reality of the situation was still deeply painful. The rollback of protections was a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle that trans communities face in their fight for equality and recognition. It also highlighted the need for continued activism and advocacy on behalf of trans individuals, who are still fighting for the same rights and protections that are afforded to others.

The impact of the Trump administration's actions on trans communities was not limited to the rollback of protections for trans students. The administration also took steps to undermine the rights of trans individuals in other areas, such as healthcare and employment.