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Congressional Hearing Ends Abruptly After Misgendering of Transgender Lawmaker

Bill Keating shouted, 'You will not continue it with me unless you introduce a duly-elected representative the right way,' after Self's remarks.
The hearing was adjourned after the exchange, while Self later stated on X that 'it is the policy of the United States to recognize two sexes, male and female.'
This incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding the recognition of transgender identities among some Republican lawmakers.

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