Bloomberg Law

Justices Likely to Uphold Transgender Health Care Ban

Dec 5, 2024
David Cole is a Georgetown Law professor and former ACLU legal director, while Michele Goodwin Bratcher is a co-director of the O’Neill Institute at Georgetown Law. They delve into the Supreme Court's challenging discussions on Tennessee's ban of gender-affirming care for minors. Key topics include the clash between conservative and liberal judicial perspectives, the emotional toll on families, and the legal complexities surrounding health care rights for transgender individuals. The implications of potential discrimination claims and the fundamental need for sound medical understanding in legislation are also explored.
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