A patient who came to regret the top surgery she got as a teen won a $2 million malpractice suit. Then, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons clarified its position that surgery is not recommended for transgender minors.
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HHS changed the name of transgender health leader on her official portrait
Admiral Rachel Levine was the first transgender person to be confirmed by the Senate to serve in the federal government. Her official portrait at HHS headquarters has been altered.
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New policies are making life harder for trans people — and prompting big financial decisions
White House executive orders and legislation in many states have targeted the rights and protections of trans people. For some, that has meant increased financial worry.
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U.S. Air Force to deny early retirement benefits to some transgender service members
The U.S. Air Force said Thursday it would deny all transgender service members who have served between 15 and 18 years the option to retire early and would instead separate them without retirement benefits.
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Republicans seek more state laws on transgender people, putting Democrats on the spot
Since North Carolina passed a “bathroom” law in 2016, the number of bills has grown and Republicans have used the issue in campaigns. Democrats are still working out how to respond.
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In first 100 days, Trump tests limits, creates chaos and turns from allies
From foreign policy and tariffs to immigration changes and targeting of DEI, here’s a look back at some of the major moves made in the past 100 days of President Trump’s second administration.
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Why religious leaders are divided on transgender rights
When Kansas became the 26th state to ban gender-affirming medical care for teens, the Catholic Church and Southern Baptist Convention cheered the move. But not all faith leaders agree.
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NPS takes down web pages dedicated to transgender activists and LGBTQ history
This is part of an ongoing move by the federal government to remove and alter National Park Service webpages related to LGBTQ history.
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A 2nd U.S. judge pauses Trump’s order against gender-affirming care for trans youth
A second federal judge paused President Trump’s executive order halting federal support for gender-affirming care for transgender youth under 19.
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Park Service erases ‘transgender’ on Stonewall website, uses the term ‘LGB’ movement
The website deleted all mentions of “transgender” and “queer” in its history of the Stonewall riots, and only referred to the riots’ impact on lesbian, gay and bisexual people.
