Behind the Bastards It Could Happen Here Weekly 184
May 31, 2025
Join Gillian Bruckell, an investigative journalist focused on deportation flights, Kirsten Zitlau, a dedicated immigration lawyer, and Mira Levins, a freelance journalist reporting on trans issues. They dive into the alarming rise of trans oppression in the UK, the troubling effects of recent healthcare policies, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding deportation practices. Conversations also touch on the urgent challenges facing asylum seekers in the U.S., revealing the complexities of immigration laws and the necessity for compassionate advocacy.
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UK NHS Trans Youth Suicide Surge
- The UK saw a surge in trans youth suicides linked to NHS care restrictions starting 2020.
- Legal rulings and political moves tightened access to puberty blockers, worsening care delays.
Cass Report's Flawed Trans Care Review
- The Cass report falsely claimed puberty blockers harm trans youth and enabled sweeping care bans despite lacking proper peer review.
- It excluded recent studies and ignored medical expert opposition, fueling trans healthcare restrictions in the UK.
Tracking Secret Deportation Flight
- Journalist Gillian Bruckell tracked a secret deportation flight using aviation enthusiast tools and exposure online.
- She alerted Irish authorities at Shannon Airport to attempt halting the illegal rendition flight en route to South Sudan.