What Next | Daily News and Analysis Trans and Shut Out in Trump’s America
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Jul 29, 2025 Grace Byron, a reporter for The New Yorker specializing in trans rights, dives deep into the alarming trends in trans healthcare nationwide. She discusses recent protests against the suspension of hormone therapy for trans youth and the chilling effects of new policies on clinics. Byron also highlights the evolution of anti-trans legislation and its emotional impact, as well as the growing challenges families face in navigating these restrictions. Her insights shed light on the crucial intersection of healthcare access and the ongoing fight for trans rights in an increasingly hostile landscape.
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Clinic Closure Sparks Protests
- Families protested outside Children's Hospital Los Angeles as it paused hormonal therapy for transgender youth.
- The clinic eventually closed its doors, leaving a void in trans youth medical care in the area.
Hostile State Laws Trigger Moves
- State legislatures have rapidly passed laws stripping trans rights, including bans on healthcare and conversion therapy.
- This hostility is causing many trans families to relocate to states perceived as safer and more supportive.
Fear Drives Clinic Closures
- Clinics stopped treating trans kids out of fear of losing funding or political scrutiny.
- The Trump administration's stance accelerated closures even in generally supportive states.