As he challenges Markey, a longtime supporter of the LGBTQ community, Moulton has faced criticism from queer advocates over his remarks. Responding to Reilly’s question during the debate, Moulton again sought to portray himself as an ally to the transgender community, citing his record of supporting pro-LGBTQ legislation in Congress. If you’re in the trans community or you’re a trans kid feeling the weight of the Trump administration and the Supreme Court, you matter. But Markey fought back, pressing Moulton on his comments about transgender athletes and contrasting them with his own record of supporting transgender rights. But I stand 100 percent with the trans community.”