Megyn Kelly’s viral reaction to trans woman Giselle Byrd joining the Massachusetts Commission on the Women’s status sparks big debate (Image via Getty)
Megyn Kelly reacted online after Giselle Byrd was named to the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women. Giselle Byrd is a Black trans woman. She was picked in August by Governor Maura Healey. This commission speaks for women and girls in the state. It works on rights, safety and support for women. The job is important because the group helps the state make better rules for women and girls. But the appointment brought many strong reactions. Some people welcomed it, while others were upset that a trans woman was chosen.Megyn Kelly shared her view on her X account on November 16. She wrote, “Men make the best women, we all know that.” Her post spread fast and made many people talk. The commission said this comment and other online attacks were hurtful. The Massachusetts Family Institute also spoke against the appointment on Facebook and questioned the state’s choice.
Megyn Kelly reacts as Giselle Byrd joins the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women
Giselle Byrd was picked by Governor Maura Healey in August to join the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women. The commission said Giselle Byrd and Candace Perez will bring new ideas and strong experience to their work. Chairwoman Mary-dith Tuitt said the two leaders will help the mission of supporting women and girls across the state.Megyn Kelly reacted after the news spread online. On November 16, she shared a short message on X. She wrote, “Men make the best women, we all know that.” Her message upset many people. It also brought more attention to Byrd’s appointment. Many people replied to Kelly and shared their own views. Some supported her, but many others said her comment was unfair and unkind.The Massachusetts Family Institute also released a statement on its Facebook page on November 12. The group strongly disagreed with the appointment. They said this shows what they called a “regressive lie” in the state. They also wrote that if people say men and women are the same, then a man can “wear the female form like a Halloween costume.” Their post created more debate and strong reactions online.Giselle Byrd has worked in the arts for many years. In December 2023, she became the executive director of The Theater Offensive. This group is known for queer art and for helping young queer artists. In June, she told The Bay State Banner that it is powerful to give queer and trans artists of color a place to share their work. Also Read: Candace Owens lists 10 TPUSA verifiable lies and raises big questions about Charlie Kirk’s assassination story She said these stories matter because they are often pushed away. The Theater Offensive has also run festivals and its True Colors program, which is the longest-running LGBTQIA+ youth theater program in the country.The debate around Giselle Byrd’s appointment continues. Some people see her as a strong voice for women and girls. Others question the choice. But the commission says it stands by its decision and will keep working for all women and girls in Massachusetts.
