False mailers impersonating Texas transgender group spark backlash

Who's involved

• Texas Transgender Student UnionLLC formed in Wyoming; company behind the false mailers
• Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT)Advocacy group impersonated by the mailers; denied involvement

The facts

• A limited liability company named Texas Transgender Student Union was formed in Wyoming in early September 2026.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Pamphlets addressed to students encouraged youth to speak with safe adults or advocacy groups if parents don't support their identity.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• The mailers included a section about emancipation and stated parents don't need to be involved with a student's transgender identity.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• A Houston-area post office box was listed as the address for the student union on the mailers.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• All online resources in the pamphlet linked to the Transgender Education Network of Texas (TENT).^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• TENT denied involvement with the mailers and said they do not represent the organization's official position.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• TENT's materials do not promote or offer guidance on seeking emancipation for LGBTQ+ youth.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• TENT reported receiving threats of violence and locked its website to a single statement page.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

• TENT These instances will not shake our commitment to the dignity and humanity of trans youth, trans Texans, their families, and their loved ones.^{1 2}