Montana Bans Gender-Affirming Care For Transgender Minors Despite Protest

Montana's governor signed a bill banning gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth.
Transgender lawmaker Zooey Zephyr was punished for speaking out against the bill and barred from the House floor.
Fifteen states have now banned gender-affirming care for minors, denying families access to medically recommended treatments.
Advocates argue such care is necessary and life-saving, while proponents claim it's unnecessary and harmful.
Legal groups plan to challenge Montana's new law in court.