Trump Administration Proposes Restrictions on Transgender Care for Minors

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced regulatory actions to effectively ban gender-affirming care for minors, building on previous Trump administration policies. The proposals include cutting off federal funding to hospitals that provide such care and contradict major medical organizations’ recommendations. Advocates warn these moves endanger transgender children’s lives, while supporters argue they protect minors. The proposed rules are not yet final and may face legal challenges, but they are likely to deter healthcare providers from offering gender-affirming treatments.

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