The Daily Signal Transgender Procedure Ban for Minors Passes House, Rep. Omar Caught in ICE Lie | Dec. 18, 2025
Dec 18, 2025
A controversial bill banning transgender procedures for minors has made it through the House, sparking reactions from various lawmakers, including Marjorie Taylor Greene. Meanwhile, President Trump highlights his administration's achievements in a primetime address, boldly promising tax cuts. Adding intrigue, Rep. Ilhan Omar faces scrutiny over claims regarding her son's alleged detainment by ICE, with denials from both the Department of Homeland Security and ICE, raising questions about her narrative.
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House Criminalizes Gender-Affirming Care For Minors
- The House passed the Protect Children's Innocence Act to criminalize gender-affirming care for minors.
- Tony Kinnett reports the bill now moves to the Senate after a 216–211 vote.
Greene Celebrates Passage And Calls Out Colleagues
- Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene celebrated passage and named Democrats and Republicans who voted for and against it.
- She noted she is resigning on January 5, 2026, and said the bill will go to the Senate next.
Lawmaker Frames Debate As Government Overreach
- Representative Tim McBride framed the issue as government overreach into health care and emphasized empathy for transgender youth.
- He argued many transgender adults felt childhood pain and criticized the political toxicity around the debate.