CNN Honors Trans Influencer Dylan Mulvaney as ‘Game Changer’ of the Week

CNN Highlights Dylan Mulvaney as Influential Figure Amid Ongoing Gender Debates

In an era of transformative social discussions, CNN has spotlighted Dylan Mulvaney, a trans-identified influencer, as its “game changer” of the week. This acknowledgment highlights Mulvaney’s impact on social media and the ongoing debates surrounding gender identity.

Media Matters of America, a progressive media watchdog, shared a segment where CNN honored Mulvaney on its program “CNN News Central.” This recognition arrives nearly two years after Mulvaney’s collaboration with Bud Light, which sparked a boycott from certain conservative circles, including musicians like Kid Rock (source).

Mulvaney, known for his TikTok series “Days of Girlhood,” has chronicled his transition journey, gaining significant attention. During a conversation with CNN’s Sara Sidner, Mulvaney reflected on his conservative Catholic upbringing and an early childhood belief that “God made a mistake” by putting “a girl into a boy’s body.” His mother countered this sentiment by asserting, “God doesn’t make mistakes.”

Mulvaney expressed, “In many ways, I still believe that to be true,” adding, “I don’t think I’m a mistake. … I’m still finding a version of a higher power for … my life now.” He also discussed feelings of alienation among trans and queer individuals, noting, “A lot of the times, I think trans and queer people feel alienated because … we’re having religion and faith used against us.”

Sidner raised concerns about government policies affecting transgender people, mentioning actions like changing passports to reflect birth-assigned gender and restricting bathroom use. She addressed Mulvaney about these issues, highlighting the perceived negative focus on transgender individuals by certain government entities.

Former President Donald Trump had previously signed an executive order affirming that the federal government recognizes only two genders, sparking further debate. A poll from The New York Times/Ipsos reveals that 49% of Americans feel society has over-accommodated transgender people, while 21% believe more should be done.

The poll also indicates significant opposition to trans-identified males participating in women’s sports (79%) and minors receiving puberty blockers or hormones for gender transition (71%). Trump’s executive orders also aimed to restrict federal funding for institutions allowing such practices.

Regulatory measures in 27 states mandate that trans athletes compete according to their biological sex, and another 27 states have laws restricting gender transition procedures for minors. Additionally, 17 states enforce bathroom use according to biological sex in certain government facilities.