President Donald Trump issued an executive order- recognize only two genders: male and female.

In January 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order mandating that the U.S. government recognize only two genders: male and female. This directive has led to significant changes in federal policies, particularly concerning passport applications. Previously, under the Biden administration, U.S. citizens could select an "X" gender marker on their passports to denote a non-binary or unspecified gender. Following the new executive order, the State Department has eliminated the "X" option, restricting applicants to choosing either male or female as their gender marker. This policy shift has raised concerns among transgender and non-binary individuals regarding recognition and rights.