Republican Rep. Andrew Clyde of Georgia referred to Democratic Rep. Sarah McBride as “the gentleman from Delaware, Representative McBride” while recognizing her to speak on the House floor Tuesday.
McBride, who took office last year, identifies as a transgender woman.
In a post on X that included video of the moment, Clyde wrote: “The People’s House recognizes basic biology.”
Several House Republicans publicly backed Clyde’s wording.
Rep. Mary Miller of Illinois wrote on X: “Tim ‘Sarah’ McBride is a man. Appreciate @Rep_Clyde for acknowledging this basic biological truth on the House floor.”
Miller also referenced a similar moment in the House last year, when she said: “The chair recognizes the gentleman from Delaware, Mr. McBride, for five minutes.”
Rep. Andy Biggs of Arizona also weighed in, posting: “A biological man can never be a woman, no matter how much makeup he puts on. My friend @Rep_Clyde stands for truth.”
Rep. Sheri Biggs of South Carolina posted a brief message of support as well, writing: “Truth Matters.”
