Capital Pride Alliance, the local group producing WorldPride Washington D.C. 2025, is warning members of the LGBTQ+ community traveling into the United States to be aware of the risks before deciding to attend this year’s celebration.
“We recommend that all international travelers understand the advisories that may be issued by their home country,” Capital Pride Alliance said in a statement to NOTUS on Friday. “We recommend that travelers considering entry to the United States make an informed decision based on the potential risks involved, as we, alongside advocates and partner organizations, continue to actively navigate the measures being put in place by the current federal administration.”
Capital Pride Alliance specifically referenced President Donald Trump’s executive order that requires that passports issued after the start of his term reflect an individual’s birth sex. The order requires the departments of State and Homeland Security and the Office of Personnel Management to enforce changes that “require that government-issued identification documents, including passports, visas, and Global Entry cards, accurately reflect the holder’s sex.”