(WASHINGTON EXAMINER) – President Joe Biden sparked outrage online when he proclaimed March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility on Friday. This year, Easter Sunday falls on that day.
A number of prominent political figures have voiced their concerns with Biden’s proclamation, claiming the president has “canceled” or “replaced” the holiest day of the year for Christians with Transgender Day of Visibility.
“It’s an affront to the Bible.” Mike Huckabee blasts Joe Biden’s recognition of #TransgenderVisibilityDay on #Easter Sunday.
“Joe Biden should be ashamed of himself.” pic.twitter.com/NVCbal2Jr5
— WND News (@worldnetdaily) April 1, 2024
In reality, Biden did not choose March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility, as it began in 2009. It was founded by the executive director of Transgender Michigan, Rachel Crandall-Crocker. Biden will also continue to celebrate Easter Sunday with an annual Easter statement and the Easter Egg Roll hosted on the White House’s South Lawn.