U.S. District Court Judge Lauren King issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s executive order banning funding for hospitals providing gender-affirming treatments to transgender youth in Washington, Oregon, Minnesota, and Colorado. The order, challenged by three anonymous doctors and plaintiffs from Colorado, was ruled unconstitutional for imposing healthcare policy on individual states and undermining the separation of powers. The legal battle is expected to continue, potentially escalating to the Supreme Court, as the Trump administration shows no signs of backing down on the issue.
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Panama City Beach Police say spring breakers unwelcome after years of violence
Panama City Beach, a favored spring break destination in Florida, is officially stepping back from its tradition of hosting college students, as announced by Police Chief J.R. Talamantez. He emphasized the growing challenges associated with managing spring break crowds and stated that the city can no longer align with the event's associated issues, urging a reevaluation of its future. Talamantez acknowledged respectful visitors while condemning disruptive behavior, indicating a shift in community values and law...
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