Washington, D.C. – Rep. Sarah McBride, the nation’s first openly transgender member of Congress, unleashed a sharp rebuke of her Republican colleagues this week, calling them “weird and bizarre” over their focus on what she described as “culture war issues.”
Speaking from the House floor, McBride accused GOP lawmakers of hypocrisy on matters of decorum, arguing that they had no standing to lecture others after supporting former President Donald Trump during the January 6 attack on the Capitol.
“I appear to live rent-free in the minds of some of my Republican colleagues,” McBride said. “I wish they would spend even a fraction of the time they spend thinking about me figuring out how to lower costs for American families.”
The Delaware Democrat, who has become a prominent figure in progressive circles, said the GOP’s focus on social debates was a distraction from economic issues and effective governance. “It is weird, and it is bizarre,” she added. “The American people deserve serious legislators who are focused on delivering results, not playing games.”
McBride’s comments spark new round of partisan sparring
McBride’s remarks drew swift backlash from several Republican representatives, who accused her of using divisive language while calling for unity. Others said her criticism misrepresented the party’s agenda, arguing that cultural issues reflect “real values” important to voters.
A growing voice in Democratic ranks
Since taking office, McBride has emerged as a leading voice for equality and government reform. Her profile has risen alongside the Democratic Party’s effort to contrast itself with the GOP’s focus on ideological battles.
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McBride’s office did not respond to follow-up questions about whether her comments were aimed at specific members of the House GOP caucus.
The war of words shows no signs of slowing as Congress barrels toward another election season — one increasingly defined by its bizarre mix of policy fights and personal attacks.