White House reaffirms US policy recognising only two genders

The White House has reaffirmed the United States government's stance that there are only two genders - male and female, according to a recent post on the official X account. This position, which has been a cornerstone of President Donald Trump's administration, was reiterated on Saturday. The statement emphasizes that "It is the official policy of the United States government that there are only two genders: male & female."

This reaffirmation aligns with an executive order signed by Trump on January 20, 2025, titled "Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government." The order clearly states in Section Two that "it is the policy of the United States to recognise two sexes, male and female," defining sex as an individual's "immutable biological classification as either male or female," distinct from gender identity.

The order further directs federal agencies to adopt these definitions in their interpretation and application of federal laws and government policies, effectively mandating the removal of all statements, policies, regulations, and communications that contradict the administration's stance. This includes requiring government agencies to use only male or female on official forms that request an individual's sex.

This stance represents a reversal of policies introduced during President Joe Biden's administration, which had recognized gender identity in various areas of government policy. The White House's latest statement underscores the administration's position on an issue that remains a contentious subject of political and social debate in the United States.