Supreme Court ruling on gender-affirming care for trans kids sparks nationwide outrage
The Supreme Court dealt trans kids and their families a "devastating blow” by upholding states’ rights to ban gender-affirming care, advocates say.
June 18, 2025
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The Supreme Court dealt trans kids and their families a "devastating blow” by upholding states’ rights to ban gender-affirming care, advocates say.
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