Ohio Judge Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

The ruling allows the state to prohibit transgender treatments and restricts trans athletes in youth sports, despite ongoing legal challenges.

The ban includes puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries for trans minors.
Exceptions are made for those already receiving treatment and specific emergency cases.
The ACLU plans to appeal the decision, citing constitutional violations and medical necessity.
Governor Mike DeWine's veto was overridden by the state legislature, enabling the law's passage.
Medical professionals and trans rights advocates argue the ban endangers transgender youth's well-being.