White House Announces Controversial Policy on Gender Pronouns in Reporter Emails

In a highly controversial move, the White House has announced that it will no longer respond to reporters who list their preferred gender pronouns in their email signatures. This decision has sparked a widespread debate, with critics accusing the administration of ignoring the needs of the LGBTQ+ community and disregarding evolving social norms.

The announcement, made via the Trump War Room account on X (formerly Twitter), confirmed reports of the administration’s refusal to engage with reporters who include gender pronouns in their communications. “It is official White House policy to IGNORE reporters’ emails with pronouns in the signature,” the account tweeted, further escalating tensions.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, known for her outspoken conservative views, added to the controversy with a statement to the New York Times, saying that she does not respond to journalists who use pronouns in their signatures. Leavitt argued that doing so is a refusal to accept “scientific realities” and thus, “ignores facts.” Her comments reinforce the administration’s stance, which has consistently rejected the concept of gender fluidity and maintained that only two genders should be recognized.

The policy aligns with President Donald Trump’s long-standing position, which asserts that the federal government should recognize only two genders—male and female. This stance has drawn criticism from various quarters, particularly LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, who argue that gender pronouns are an important tool for promoting inclusion and respect for all identities.

Department of Government Efficiency spokesperson Katie Miller echoed Leavitt’s statement, confirming to reporters that they would not answer questions from journalists who list pronouns in their signatures. “This applies to all reporters who have pronouns in their signature,” Miller added.

The use of gender pronouns in emails and social media profiles has grown in popularity in recent years, particularly as a way to show solidarity with transgender and nonbinary individuals. It is considered by many as an essential part of creating an inclusive environment, ensuring that people are addressed in a way that respects their gender identity. However, the Trump administration’s new policy signals a sharp contrast to these social movements, continuing the administration’s push against what it sees as political correctness.

As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how this new policy will affect relations between the White House and the press, especially in the context of growing calls for greater respect and inclusion for marginalized communities in both the media and public life.