Lady Gaga Says Trump Is 'Driven By Ignorance' In Trans Rights Attack

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Lady Gaga is coming to the defense of the transgender community and taking on President Donald Trump's plan to redefine gender. (Photo: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)
Lady Gaga is coming to the defense of the transgender community and taking on President Donald Trump's plan to redefine gender. (Photo: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)

Lady Gaga doesn’t know what reality Donald Trump is living in, because in hers transgender people matter and won’t be erased.

The “A Star Is Born” actress issued a passionate response to reports that the Trump administration is planning to legally redefine gender “as a biological, immutable condition determined by genitalia at birth,” potentially undermining essential legal protections for transgender people.

Gaga, whose 2011 hit “Born This Way” became an LGBTQ anthem, posted her thoughts on Twitter Monday, the day after The New York Times reported the Trump administration memo, and she added her voice to those already protesting.

“The government may be living in an alternate universe, but we as a society & culture know who we are and know our truth and must stick together and raise our voices so we can educate them about gender identities,” she wrote, adding the hashtags #TransRightsAreHumanRights and #WontBeErased.

She slammed the Trump plan as “another display of leadership being driven by ignorance.”

“While today you might feel unheard or unseen, know that this is not the reality of humanity.”

The “Joanne” singer then directly tagged Trump on Twitter in a post linking to the CBS documentary “Gender | The Space Between,” which features stories of gender nonconforming individuals and seeks to raise awareness about the complexities of gender identity and gender expression.

The Trump administration’s proposal would define a person’s gender identity via a birth certificate and would require genetic testing if challenged. It would roll back Obama-era protections for LGBTQ people.

The proposal has triggered a slew of protests, including a demonstration by hundreds of people in New York’s Washington Square Park.

Many trans people on social media have been using the hashtag #WontBeErased to share photos of themselves.

Gaga has been an increasingly outspoken critic of the Trump administration. She slammed the president for mocking Brett Kavanaugh accuser Christine Blasey Ford during an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” earlier this month.

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The Regal Alexander McQueen Gown

Gaga wears an Elizabethan era-inspired Alexander McQueen gown for the U.K. premiere of "A Star Is Born" on Sept. 27, 2018. 
Gaga wears an Elizabethan era-inspired Alexander McQueen gown for the U.K. premiere of "A Star Is Born" on Sept. 27, 2018. 

This Glittering Gown

Gaga wears a shimmering Givenchy couture gown for the Los Angeles premiere of "A Star Is Born" on Sept. 25, 2018.
Gaga wears a shimmering Givenchy couture gown for the Los Angeles premiere of "A Star Is Born" on Sept. 25, 2018.

The Theatrical Black Gown

The "Paparazzi" singer goes for full Old Hollywood drama in this black gown and veil by Armani Privé at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2018. 
The "Paparazzi" singer goes for full Old Hollywood drama in this black gown and veil by Armani Privé at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2018. 

This Feathered Valentino Gown

The singer wears the voluminous dress at the 75th Venice Film Festival on Aug. 31, 2018.
The singer wears the voluminous dress at the 75th Venice Film Festival on Aug. 31, 2018.

This Black Lace Ensemble

Gaga exudes gothic romance in an Armani Privé ensemble at the 2018 Grammy Awards on Jan. 28, 2018. 
Gaga exudes gothic romance in an Armani Privé ensemble at the 2018 Grammy Awards on Jan. 28, 2018. 

This Patchwork Look

The singer wears a look by Lanotta Studio for the premiere of "Gaga: Five Foot Two" at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival. 
The singer wears a look by Lanotta Studio for the premiere of "Gaga: Five Foot Two" at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival. 

This Revealing Rock Chick Look

Gaga wears a bold ensemble by Alex Ulichny on the red carpet at the 2017 Grammy Awards.
Gaga wears a bold ensemble by Alex Ulichny on the red carpet at the 2017 Grammy Awards.

The White Power Suit

Gaga rocks a sleek white suit on the red carpet at the 2016 American Music Awards.
Gaga rocks a sleek white suit on the red carpet at the 2016 American Music Awards.

The Structured Jumpsuit-Gown Hybrid

Gaga stuns in a structured white look by Brandon Maxwell at the 2016 Academy Awards in Hollywood. 
Gaga stuns in a structured white look by Brandon Maxwell at the 2016 Academy Awards in Hollywood. 

The David Bowie Tribute

Gaga wears a Bowie-inspired design by Marc Jacobs at the 2016 Grammy Awards.
Gaga wears a Bowie-inspired design by Marc Jacobs at the 2016 Grammy Awards.

The White Alaia Gown And THOSE Red Gloves

Gaga wears a white gown by Alaia and <a href="http://stylecaster.com/best-memes-about-lady-gaga-red-gloves-at-2015-oscars/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">a pair of meme-worthy red gloves</a> on the red carpet at the 2015 Oscars.&nbsp;
Gaga wears a white gown by Alaia and a pair of meme-worthy red gloves on the red carpet at the 2015 Oscars. 

The Mermaid-Like Silver Siren Gown

Gaga wears a Brandon Maxwell design at the 57th Grammy Awards on Feb. 8, 2015.&nbsp;
Gaga wears a Brandon Maxwell design at the 57th Grammy Awards on Feb. 8, 2015. 

This Theatrical Balenciaga Ensemble

Gaga walks the red carpet at the 2015 Met Gala celebrating the opening of the "China: Through The Looking Glass" exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute on May 4, 2015.&nbsp;
Gaga walks the red carpet at the 2015 Met Gala celebrating the opening of the "China: Through The Looking Glass" exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum's Costume Institute on May 4, 2015. 

This Polished White Valentino Cape Dress

Gaga wears a Valentino gown on the red carpet at the 37th Annual Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 7, 2014.
Gaga wears a Valentino gown on the red carpet at the 37th Annual Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 7, 2014.

This Starfish Suit

Gaga wears a suit by Versace at Capital FM's Jingle Bell Ball on Dec. 8, 2013, in London.
Gaga wears a suit by Versace at Capital FM's Jingle Bell Ball on Dec. 8, 2013, in London.

This Ghostly White Look

Gaga wears a white ensemble by Thom Browne, complete with powdered face and platinum wig, for the Glamour Women of the Year gala on Nov. 11, 2013.&nbsp;
Gaga wears a white ensemble by Thom Browne, complete with powdered face and platinum wig, for the Glamour Women of the Year gala on Nov. 11, 2013. 

The Leather Shirt And Mouthpiece

The performer wears a leather shirt by Saint Laurent and a Dior Homme hat paired with a bracelet (worn as a mouthpiece) <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2013/11/lady-gagas-scary-fake-teeth-explained.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">by <strong></strong>Danielle Hills</a> at the 2013 YouTube Music Awards.&nbsp;

This Whole White "Horse" Situation

Gaga arrives on a white "horse" to the 2013 American Music Awards channeling Donatella Versace in a Versace dress and long blond hairstyle.&nbsp;
Gaga arrives on a white "horse" to the 2013 American Music Awards channeling Donatella Versace in a Versace dress and long blond hairstyle. 

This Custom Sheer Ensemble And Aqua Wig

The Grammy-winner wears a custom look by Mugler at the 2011 CFDA Fashion Awards, where she received the Fashion Icon award.&nbsp;
The Grammy-winner wears a custom look by Mugler at the 2011 CFDA Fashion Awards, where she received the Fashion Icon award. 

The Egg

Lady Gaga arrives on the red carpet at the 2011 Grammy Awards in an egg carried by a group of latex-clad helpers.
Lady Gaga arrives on the red carpet at the 2011 Grammy Awards in an egg carried by a group of latex-clad helpers.

This Heavenly Alexander McQueen Gown

Gaga wears this gown by Alexander McQueen -- one of the designer's final pieces -- at the 2010 Video Music Awards on Sept. 10, 2010.
Gaga wears this gown by Alexander McQueen -- one of the designer's final pieces -- at the 2010 Video Music Awards on Sept. 10, 2010.

This Three-Tiered Gown And Wig Combo

Gaga wears a gown by Francesco Scognamiglio&nbsp;on the red carpet at the 2010 Brit Awards.&nbsp;
Gaga wears a gown by Francesco Scognamiglio on the red carpet at the 2010 Brit Awards. 

This Galactic Armani Privé Dress

Gaga wears Armani Priv&eacute; on the red carpet at the 2010 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.
Gaga wears Armani Privé on the red carpet at the 2010 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.

The Gothic Phantom Of The Opera Look

Gaga wears a dress by Jean Paul Gaultier on the red carpet at the 2009 MTV VMAs.
Gaga wears a dress by Jean Paul Gaultier on the red carpet at the 2009 MTV VMAs.

The Infamous Hair Bow

Gaga rocks her once-signature hair bow hairstyle on the red carpet before her appearance on German TV show "The Dome" in 2009.&nbsp;
Gaga rocks her once-signature hair bow hairstyle on the red carpet before her appearance on German TV show "The Dome" in 2009. 

BONUS: The Meat Dress

Gaga wears the statement-making dress by Franc Fernandez at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards. (This look&nbsp;<i>technically&nbsp;</i>wasn't worn on the red carpet -- it happened during the show -- but it's too memorable to leave out.)
Gaga wears the statement-making dress by Franc Fernandez at the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards. (This look technically wasn't worn on the red carpet -- it happened during the show -- but it's too memorable to leave out.)

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