Joanna Whaley speaks out after becoming first openly transgender woman elected to Michigan House

Joanna Whaley was elected last week to represent Michigan’s 2nd House District, becoming the first openly transgender woman elected to the Michigan House. The former pastor says her priorities include utility costs, health care and constitutional rights. Whaley told CBS News Detroit she entered politics to address constituents’ concerns and hopes to make people feel welcome in their communities as she prepares to serve in Lansing.