Chase Strangio's Insights on Anti-Trans Legislation in the U.S.

Chase Strangio, a lawyer and advocate, discusses the surge of anti-trans legislation in the U.S., particularly focusing on bans on gender affirming care for trans adolescents. In 2023, these bans became a top priority for state legislatures nationwide, leading to significant legal battles. Despite initial successes in lower courts, federal appeals courts started ruling against these bans, setting a worrying precedent. The legal battles pivot on defining these bans as sex discrimination or medical regulations, highlighting the broader implications of court decisions on trans rights.