Transgender Rights and Policies in the US Prison System
A federal judge issues a temporary restraining order halting the Trump administration's plans to move transgender inmates to facilities corresponding to their biological sex. The inmates, all transgender women, argue they will be at risk of harm if transferred to men's facilities.
Key Points
- Federal judge issues temporary restraining order on Trump administration's plan to move transgender inmates
- Inmates argue they will be at risk of harm if transferred to men's facilities
- Lawsuit claims Trump's executive order targets transgender individuals and attempts to strip legal protections