Amid rising anti-trans rhetoric, Cox and several friends are considering leaving the US for safer alternatives, researching cities in Europe and the Caribbean. He compared the current situation to pre-Nazi Germany, where a thriving gay community was targeted as political winds changed.

Laverne Cox will likely leave America after Trump’s victory

The transgender actress, who previously believed that Kamala Harris’s victory would make the entire community safer due to her pro-LGBTQQT stance in stark contrast to Trump-Vance’s stance, is now of the opinion that this alignment is not just a coincidence. Speaking to Variety, he asserted that the increase in attacks on LGBTQQT individuals has coincided with a systematic attack on reproductive rights, with a particular focus on transgender individuals.

“I am scared, and I am especially scared because I am a public figure. I feel like I might be targeted,” she said. Cox noted how Trump’s campaign “spent nearly $100 million on anti-trans ads.” “This is extremely worrying,” she added. She then began discussing how, with some friends, she is researching various European cities for a possible move, to a place where it is a haven for trans people. “We’re researching different cities in Europe and the Caribbean.”

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Laverne Cox on ‘hoarding’ estrogen

Cox expressed his concerns regarding the potential shortage of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). She explained that many trans individuals, including herself, depend on HRT not only for their transition but also for their overall health. Stopping HRT can lead to serious health complications such as hot flashes.

They expressed concerns about the future availability of HRT, especially given increasing demand and potential supply chain disruptions. “But, yes, I’m going to rack up a bunch of estrogen. It’s a little more difficult for trans men because testosterone is a controlled substance. But there are online resources,” she added.

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Who is Laverne Cox?

Cox is an American actress and LGBT advocate who rose to fame as Sophia Burset in the Netflix series Orange Is the New Black. For her role, she became the first openly transgender person to be nominated for an Emmy.

During the interview, the host asked Cox how the current climate might discourage trans and queer creatives from sharing their stories. “They wonder whether these artists will feel pressure to slow down their work or avoid subjects that are too obviously trans or queer for fear of rejection or lack of interest.”

Cox acknowledged these concerns and shared her personal experience of pitching trans-centric stories that were not picked up. She highlighted the incredible talent within the trans community and the importance of sharing their stories. However, he also pointed to the harsh reality of the entertainment industry, where financial stability is a major concern.