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Two more Black trans women have been killed in the United States

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In the past week, it has come to light that two more trans individuals have been killed. Kee Sam, a 24-year-old Black trans woman, was shot in a hotel in Lafayette, Louisiana on 12 August.

She was later transported to a nearby hospital, but tragically passed away the next day due to the severity of her injuries.

She was mourned by loved ones on her Instagram, with comments including “cousin I will miss you… I’m way in Cali but you know you in my heart forever babes,” and “#LongLiveKeeSam.” The investigation is still ongoing, but a 16-year-old has been arrested in connection to the shooting.

Tori Cooper, HRC Director of Community Engagement for the Transgender Justice Initiative, said in a statement: “We know that Black trans women are

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