Trans Euphoria star says new passport lists her as male

Hunter Schafer, a well-known actress from the popular HBO series Euphoria, has recently shared a troubling experience regarding her new passport. Hunter, who is a transgender woman, found that her new U. S. passport incorrectly identifies her as male, even though she filled out the application indicating her gender as female. In a TikTok video, she expressed her shock upon seeing the 'M' designation on her passport, stating, 'I was shocked. ' This situation is particularly significant for Hunter, as her previous passport correctly listed her as female. At 26 years old, she has been vocal about the impact of former President Donald Trump's policies on gender identity. When Trump took office, he signed an executive order that recognized only two genders, male and female, and stated that these designations could not be changed. This means that the U. S. government now issues passports that only have 'M' or 'F' markers based on the sex assigned at birth. Before this policy, Americans had the option to select their gender for passports and could even request an 'X' designation for those who identify as non-binary or intersex. This option was introduced by the Biden administration in 2022. Hunter applied for a new passport after losing her old one while filming abroad. She filled out the necessary forms indicating her gender as female, but when she received her replacement passport, it listed her as male. This has raised concerns for her as she plans to travel internationally next week, fearing that she may face difficulties at the airport due to the discrepancy. Hunter believes that this situation is a direct result of the current administration's policies. Trump's executive order asserts that the male and female sexes are fixed and cannot be altered, stating that 'Sex' does not equate to 'gender identity. ' After learning about the executive order, Hunter's initial reaction was skepticism, saying, 'I'll believe it when I see it. ' Now, she feels it is crucial to share her story, emphasizing that this issue is not just a personal matter but a reality affecting many individuals. She stated, 'It's important to share that it's not just talk - that this is real and it's happening. ' Hunter has previously changed her gender markers on her driver's license and passport as a teenager, but her birth certificate remains unchanged. She expressed concern about having to disclose her gender identity to border patrol agents more frequently than she would prefer. In Euphoria, Hunter portrays Jules Vaughn, a transgender teenager navigating complex relationships, including her friendship with the main character, Rue.