The Daily Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Transgender Care for Minors
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Jun 20, 2025 
Azeen Ghorayshi, a reporter from The New York Times specializing in sex, gender, and science, dives into the recent Supreme Court ruling that upholds bans on transgender care for minors. She discusses the emotional fallout for families caught in these legal battles, revealing the confusion and fear they face. Ghorayshi also explores the scientific debates surrounding gender-affirming treatments and contrasts the U.S. approach with practices in other countries. This complex landscape leaves many families struggling to navigate their children's healthcare needs.
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Family's Personal Struggle
- Olivia shares her 11-year-old child's long-standing trans identity and the trauma puberty causes him.
- After affirming his gender with pronouns and expression, his suicidal meltdowns ceased immediately.
Supreme Court Validates Bans
- The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care, denying it as discrimination.
- This validates similar bans in over 20 states, reducing constitutional protections for trans youth.
Court Defers to Political Process
- The Court cited ongoing scientific debates and deferred to elected officials rather than courts.
- This means laws restricting care are based on unsettled science, not settled medical consensus.