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Trump 'greatest danger' to gays I've seen, Davies warns
The Independent
|March 18, 2025
Russell T Davies has claimed gay society is in the “greatest danger” he has “ever seen” following the election of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the United States in November.
Since his inauguration, Trump has pushed through a series of major policy changes regarding how the government treats LGBTQ+ people and has restricted access to gender-affirming healthcare.
Doctor Who showrunner Davies, 61, who’s also known for his Aids drama It’s A Sin, has long been a vocal critic of Trump, with the businessman’s first election win inspiring the dystopian series Years and Years.
The TV writer said he has noticed a rise in hostility towards the LGBTQ+ community not only in the US, but “here [in the UK]” too.
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