I wasn't trying to corner you on your specific beliefs, I apologize that it came off like that. My intention was to use the rhetorical "you", arguing with hypothetical people who believe what you are describing, not with you personally, but I realize it didn't come off like that.

On to the topic itself - I think it depends a lot on the specifics of such a program, and other social context. If it's used in a coercive or manipulative way, and it is also seen as an excuse not to improve things for trans people who are already living, obviously it would be controversial. If it's more informative and optional, and it comes paired with clear proof that the government isn't simply trying to kill the undesirables (such as Healthcare coverage for trans people, protection from discrimination etc), then I believe few would be against it.

Now, could it still be controversial? Sure, apparently casting a black person to play an elf is controversial.