Bloomberg Intelligence Supreme Court Upholds Curbs on Care for Transgender Minors
Jun 18, 2025
Daniel Byman, Director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, analyzes recent geopolitical tensions, especially U.S. involvement in the Middle East and its implications for Iran's nuclear ambitions. Joe Deaux, Bloomberg Economic Statecraft Reporter, discusses the significant takeover of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel, highlighting the strategic motivations and the impact on the American steel market. The conversation also touches on the recent Supreme Court ruling that restricts gender-affirming care for transgender minors, igniting broader debates on rights and medical treatments.
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Supreme Court Upholds Transgender Care Curbs
- The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's law banning gender affirming care for minors using a rational basis test.
- This decision leaves medical policy debates to lawmakers, not the courts.
Iran's Likely Response to U.S. Involvement
- Iran may limit retaliation against U.S. military aid to Israel recognizing overwhelming force.
- But political and proxy attacks are likely, with potential unknown responses.
Nippon Steel's Strategic U.S. Footprint
- Nippon Steel's $14.1 billion takeover of U.S. Steel included a rare presidential golden share giving veto power.
- This move secures Nippon Steel a strategic foothold in the vital U.S. steel market.