President Trump's new executive order prohibiting federal funding for gender-affirming care for minors has ignited a national debate. While the White House argues the order protects children, critics, including New York Attorney General Letitia James, contend it violates state laws and discriminatory practices.
President Donald Trump has issued a new executive order that significantly impacts the provision of gender-affirming care to transgender youth . The order defines 'child' or 'children' as individuals under 19 years old and states that the federal government will no longer fund, sponsor, promote, assist, or support the so-called 'transition' of a child from one sex to another. This includes rigorous enforcement of all laws that prohibit or limit gender-affirming procedures.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that the administration is taking action to protect children by implementing this order. She highlighted several hospitals that have reportedly complied with the order, including Langone Health in New York, Denver Health in Colorado, and UCHealth, all of which have announced changes in their policies regarding gender-affirming care for minors. Leavitt also mentioned hospitals in Virginia and Washington, D.C., that have taken steps to align with the new guidelines.However, New York Attorney General Letitia James has pushed back against the executive order, stating that hospitals are obligated to comply with state laws, including those that prohibit discrimination based on sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation. James asserted that all providers must continue to offer healthcare services, including gender-affirming care, to transgender or gender non-conforming individuals. She emphasized that the Department of Justice has issued a notice clarifying that federal agencies cannot restrict funding or services based on the president's executive order. The notice explicitly states that this prohibition applies to all federal grants and awards, including those given to hospitals, non-profits, and other organizations.
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