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Supreme Court Hears Case on Tennessee Ban of Transgender Medical Procedures for Minors

United States v. Skrmetti examines whether Tennessee's law violates constitutional protections as parents and activists rally in Washington.

  • The Supreme Court is reviewing United States v. Skrmetti, a case determining the legality of Tennessee's ban on transgender medical procedures for individuals under 18.
  • Proponents of the ban argue it protects children from irreversible medical interventions and aligns with biological realities.
  • Opponents, including the Biden administration and ACLU, claim the ban infringes on constitutional rights and parental authority.
  • Parents, detransitioners, and activists gathered at the Supreme Court to share personal testimonies and advocate for or against the law.
  • The case highlights broader societal debates over gender ideology, parental rights, and the role of medical intervention in addressing gender dysphoria in minors.
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