LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Calls Surge After Trump Election Victory

The Trevor Project reports a dramatic increase in distress calls from LGBTQ+ youth fearing anti-LGBTQ+ policies following Trump's re-election.

The Trevor Project experienced a 700% increase in crisis calls and texts from LGBTQ+ youth after the 2024 election results.
LGBTQ+ youth express heightened anxiety and fear due to the political climate and Trump's proposed anti-LGBTQ+ policies.
Trump's campaign heavily invested in anti-transgender advertisements, contributing to the distress among LGBTQ+ communities.
Research indicates that anti-LGBTQ+ legislation correlates with increased suicide attempts among transgender youth.
Organizations urge LGBTQ+ youth to seek support and take breaks from news to manage stress and anxiety.