US Supreme Court considering transgender rights and healthcare for under-18s
The US Supreme Court is considering upholding a Tennessee law denying puberty blockers and hormone therapy for under-18s, sparking a debate on transgender rights. Chase Strangio, the first trans lawyer to appear before the Supreme Court, argued in favor of these treatments.
Key Points
- Debate on transgender rights and healthcare for under-18s
- Tennessee law banning puberty blockers and hormone therapy for under-18s
- Argument on the constitutionality of the law and discrimination against transgender people
Pros
- Protecting minors from risky medical interventions
- Ensuring medical treatments are based on medical purpose rather than gender identity
Cons
- Denying equal protection to transgender adolescents
- Potential impact on transgender individuals' access to necessary healthcare