Throughout her political career, Harris has positioned herself as a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
As California attorney general, she supported marriage equality and declined to defend Proposition 8 after it was struck down in federal court.
She later officiated one of the state’s first same-sex marriages after legal barriers were lifted.
During her time as vice president, Harris frequently hosted Pride celebrations at the Naval Observatory and used public appearances to champion LGBTQ+ causes.
She also visited New York City’s Stonewall Inn, spoke out against anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, and repeatedly defended transgender Americans as conservative-led restrictions gained momentum across the country.
Her latest Pride Month appearance comes as LGBTQ+ issues remain at the center of the nation’s political divide.
Since returning to the Oval Office, Trump has pursued policies affecting transgender Americans, including efforts related to military service, federal recognition of gender identity, and diversity initiatives across government agencies.
His administration has also moved to scale back certain LGBTQ+ focused programs, prompting criticism from advocacy groups and Democratic leaders.