### Rep.-Elect Sarah McBride Criticizes GOP Bathroom Focus, Emphasizes Voter Issues

Rep.-elect Sarah McBride (D-Del.) has voiced her belief that Republican attention on which bathroom she will use in Congress is a calculated diversion. In an interview on CBS' "Face the Nation" with host Margaret Brennan, McBride suggested that this focus serves as a distraction from the real actions being taken by Republicans.

“Every single time, every single time we hear them say the word 'trans,' look what they're doing with their right hand," McBride stated. She highlighted concerns such as Republicans allegedly working to diminish protections for American workers and attempting to privatize Social Security and Medicare. "Every bit of time and energy that is used to divert the attention of federal government to go after trans people is time and energy that is not focused on addressing the cost of living for our constituents," she explained.

The Democratic representative-elect will soon make history as the first openly transgender member of Congress. Recently, a debate ignited over restroom usage on Capitol Hill following legislation introduced by Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) that seeks to bar transgender women from using women's restrooms. Speaker Mike Johnson has announced his intention to enforce this rule, stating his belief, "A man is a man, and a woman is a woman, and a man cannot become a woman," while also advocating for treating everyone with dignity.

Unperturbed by the controversy, McBride emphasized her commitment to the priorities of her constituents over personal debates. "I didn't run for the United States House of Representatives to talk about what bathroom I use. I didn't run to talk about myself. I ran to deliver for Delawareans," she asserted.

McBride plans to concentrate on critical issues affecting Delawareans and collaborate with other Congress members who share her commitment to tackling these significant concerns. She underscored that her treatment is of less importance compared to the broader treatment of the American public and whether Congress is addressing pressing issues.

Addressing broader concerns within the Democratic Party about messaging on transgender issues, McBride acknowledged the ongoing national conversation about the transgender community. She mentioned having diverse discussions with her Democratic colleagues about how the party should address various issues but maintained a united front on ensuring equal rights for all Americans.