Zoe Mckey, Staff writer
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to consider the constitutionality of state bans on gender-affirming care for minors, following a wave of legislative actions targeting transgender youth. The case in question, originating from Tennessee, challenges the state’s ban on puberty blockers and hormone treatments for transgender minors under the 14th Amendment’s equal protection and due process clauses.
The Supreme Court’s involvement in this issue is highly anticipated, given the conflicting lower court decisions and the significant implications for transgender rights nationwide. Advocates argue that these bans discriminate based on sex and violate constitutional protections, while opponents assert they are necessary for protecting children.
