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I did make another comment. I’m making a new one because there’s some things I want to add.

The first thing I would look at is what ideals or freedoms are you looking for? Then start looking for countries that match those ideals.

In my other comment, I said get an attorney. Let me follow up on that one. It isn’t I would suggest get an attorney. I would say have to have an attorney. I can’t tell you the number times I’ve heard attorney say a client went into a courtroom, tried to talk to a judge, said exactly what they were supposed to say did exactly what they were supposed to do, and the judge ruled against them. Then the attorney goes in and says the same thing and the judge rules in favor. It’s just the way the system is so I would you basically have to have an attorney. So I would talk to several attorneys and find out what would it cost beginning to end For you to be able to live in that country.

They will probably only be able to give you a ballpark number. Whatever number they give you don’t act shocked just say I thank you and appreciate the information.

As far as cost if you didn’t have the money. GoFundMe. That’s my best answer for you.

Even if the first go fund me, doesn’t get you enough money you just take that money put it in the bank. Then do another one.

I would suggest advertising the hell out of it. Now this one is gonna sound weird, but it might actually work. Find conservative based websites and advertise it there. Be honest about who you are. Then say you want to leave the country and you’re not coming back, but you don’t have the to be able to do it. Not all conservatives hate trans people but there are some that do and they wanna make them leave. Use that in your favor. Expect to get a lot of hate mail, but nothing says you actually have to read the comments. Maybe you can get some money from them. Like I said it’s a strange idea, but I could actually see it playing out , maybe not too large scale But any money is better than no money.

The question that I don’t really know here is whether or not when you are leaving is if you’re going to give up your American citizenship. If you plan to give up your American citizenship, then put that into the GoFundMe page. Put that into your advertisement when you’re trying to advertise .

How far back do you trace your closest immigrant ancestor to the US? Some countries have blood citizenship, meaning that you may be able to claim citizenship if you are within a certain number of generations of a citizen of another country.

Other than that, the advice others have shared is better. Focus first on getting to a blue area of the US, figure out what you'd like to do from there.

Much easier and safer to move to a safe blue city in the US. Sanctuary cities are not going to tolerate Trump bullshit.

This post comes across more as panic than serious consideration. Start planning, consider where you want to move and what changes to your life you are willing to make. If your sole reason for moving is trump bad and you don't have a large amount of disposable income, consider the fact that it may take longer than 4 years to sufficiently prepare.

The others have given good starting points.

I'd say get an attorney to help guide you through the process. Can make things go smoother

I mean, the most likely scenario was to marry a citizen of some country. Example: marry an EU citizen and get a visa to one of the EU countries, learn that country's language, then take a test and become a citizen of that country, which would also get you EU citizenship along with the country's citizenship, and you'd get access to most of Europe via shengen area.

But since you are already married...

Your options are either:

• Be rich enough to fund a bussiness in a EU country. And you said you don't have the money so... next
• Be a "skilled worker". Do you happen to have a skill that countries are in demand for?
• Do you have any relative that are close enough in relationship to you in some other country that can sponsor an immigration visa?

I mean I don't think many countries are accepting LGBT+ refugees yet, most of the world is still considering the US as a democracy, therefore they would likely deny asylum status.

While moving to another country is probably the safest option, you might not have the oppportunity to do so. Meanwhile, your best course action is, if you aren't already in a blue state blue city, move immediately. Then contact the ACLU for advice. I don't wanna sound like a gun freak, but you might want some firearms to protect yourself. (As in: Defence against potential Maga freaks, don't actually use it against law enforcement, that'd end badly)

Each country is different, but you are going to have to look at how you can immigrate to certain countries. Some countries let you apply for jobs beforehand, other countries only want you to get a job after you move.

Outside = the whole world.

But the the whole world is different from the whole world.

West coast best coast. If you know how to be govt sloth you can be govt sloth in any of the cities / counties /state govt agencies. Just use the 2024 presidential election map to figure out your 'no go' areas.

First, decide where you would want to go. In the knowledge that I have learned previously (I worded it like this because it's subject to change), Ireland is a pretty easy place to immigrate to. Not Northern Ireland, but The Republic of Ireland. North Ireland is part of the UK and while the requirements to go there can be met, Ireland is easier than that, but I digress...

Once you figured out where you want to go, start looking for jobs in country. Depending on what type of GS employee or contractor you are, there's a good chance that there is a demand for it in different countries. Essentially, just job hunt.

Now, a personal suggestion I would like to make is if and when you interview, do not mention that your trying to leave the country due to political strife. Say something along the lines of "I wish to experience a life outside of the United States, and would like for my child to be versed in different world views, opinions, and cultures".

Digital nomad VISA seems the easiest way to relocate overseas. You might be able to even work for a US company. Digital nomad VISAs basically say, "We'll let you live here, but you need to telecommute."

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Look for visa opportunities for your citizenship. This may be the most fruitful. Also Look at work visa requirements for potential destinations. What’s your line of work? Are there opportunities elsewhere?