Jacquelyn Martin.

Bella Bautista, 22, a trans woman from Cartersville, Ga., walks past the U.S. Capitol after attending the World Pride Parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

PHOTO ESSAY: A young trans woman’s journey, and her latest destination: World Pride in Washington

June 8, 2025

WASHINGTON By JACQUELYN MARTINAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — As they get ready in their hotel room, Bella Bautista trades makeup