James Lankford actually said...

"The opportunity to provide input is only given to that transgender inmate."

"There are several issues that we have to resolve here, both the disincentive to be able to bring that in."

"I think if you are going to give input to individuals on housing and safety and what they feel secure, their own background and perspective, I think that should be given to all in that situation."

"But based on this policy, a transgender inmate is given the opportunity to be able to choose."