– Laverne Cox appeared on The Daily Show to combat misinformation about anti-trans legislation with humor and facts.
Dressed in vintage Mugler to honor Spirit Day, Cox criticized the Republican Party for its ongoing transphobia during the election.
The GOP has spent $65 million on anti-trans TV ads, leading Cox to joke about wanting that money for personal luxuries instead.
She linked anti-trans messaging to rising violence against trans individuals, mocking the GOP's reliance on misinformation.
Cox pointed out the GOP's historical tactics in 2022 that failed to solve real issues, questioning their strategy for this election.
She highlighted North Carolina Governor candidate Mark Robinson's secret enjoyment of trans porn, calling out hypocrisy in anti-trans politics.
Cox humorously claimed that if she earned a dime for every conservative man interested in her, she could buy her dream house.
She stressed that reducing trans individuals to sex objects dehumanizes them and called for a shift towards rehumanization.
Cox showcased a map of top searches for trans porn, noting the correlation with red states, challenging the hypocrisy of anti-trans lawmakers.
Concluding with a powerful message, she urged politicians to recognize and see trans individuals as human, emphasizing mutual respect.