As the 2024 U.S. presidential election is over, many Americans are preparing for the upcoming four years of the country. As the republican party wins, what does the future hold for marginalized communities, particularly LGBTQ individuals? Republicans and Democrats have vastly different visions for America’s future. From debates over universal healthcare—viewed by some as a "socialist utopia"—to conflicting stances on civil rights, taxation, and abortion, the divide is palpable. Some voters push for expanded civil rights, while others advocate for stripping LGBTQ protections. In the wake of every election, an Instagram account named Expatsitest has made waves with a series of videos recommending countries Republicans and Democrats might want to consider relocating to if the opposition wins. Against this backdrop, many in the queer community are beginning to wonder what might happen to their rights when Donald Trump takes office again in January 2025. With the prospect of heightened discrimination and legal challenges to hard-won freedoms, it will not be a surprise if some LGBTQ individuals are left wondering if they, too, will need to seek refuge elsewhere. #Queer Up The USA View