The Backlash Begins

After voicing concerns about the trans rights movement, JK Rowling faced immediate backlash and criticism. Her tweet in support of Maya Forstater, who lost her job after expressing beliefs about gender, was met with accusations of transphobia. Rowling's comments ignited a fierce debate, with fans burning her books, actors distancing themselves from her, and social media campaigns calling for boycotts. Rowling received threats, harassment, and even had her home address doxed. Despite the backlash, she stood firm in her belief that there is a dangerous aspect to the trans rights movement and continued to defend her statements.