Bureau of Prisons' Plan to Move Transgender Inmates Based on Sex at Birth

SOURCE www.npr.org
The Bureau of Prisons is planning to move transgender inmates to facilities based on their sex at birth instead of their gender identity, leading to concerns about safety and potential harm. A lawsuit has been filed to block the move, citing fear of assault and lack of individualized assessment. Previous individual assessments were replaced by Trump's executive order recognizing only two sexes. Efforts are being made to address concerns of assault and violence, but the moves are still expected to happen soon.

Key Points

  • Bureau of Prisons planning to move transgender inmates based on sex at birth
  • Lawsuit filed to block the move due to concerns of harm and lack of individualized assessment
  • Trump's executive order recognizing only two sexes impacted the housing policy for transgender inmates

Pros

  • Efforts being made to address potential risks of assault and violence
  • Specialized housing units being prepared to prevent abuse and assault

Cons

  • Transgender inmates fear sexual assault and other abuses if moved
  • Lack of individualized assessments for housing decisions