With Trump revoking the federal status of transgender protections after weeks of speculation, it's now up to the states to protect the trans community.

Incumbent NC Governor Pat McCrory lost his re-election bid as North Carolina voters showed their unhappiness over his support of the anti-LGBT law HB2.

The LGBT vote will need to make their presence felt again during the November 8 elections to ensure the community will be heard by the next administration.

Dubbed the 'Battle of the Bathroom,' the struggle for transgender equality and the fight against LGBT discrimination centers on trans access to bathrooms.