Federal Appeals Court supports bans on transgender treatments for children in Tennessee and Kentucky.
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Bans on Transgender Treatments for Children in Tennessee and Kentucky
A federal appeals court has upheld the bans on transgender treatments for children in Tennessee and Kentucky. These treatments include puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and gender surgeries. The 6th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 to reject a challenge to the laws from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and families of trans-identifying children.
Chief Judge Jeffrey Sutton wrote, “This is a relatively new diagnosis with ever-shifting approaches to care over the last decade or two. Under these circumstances, it is difficult for anyone to be sure about predicting the long-term consequences of abandoning age limits of any sort for these treatments.”
The ACLU called the ruling a “devastating result” and vowed to take further action. They stated, “Denying transgender youth equality before the law and needlessly withholding the necessary medical care their families and their doctors know is right for them has caused and will continue to cause serious harm.”
Daily Wire host Matt Walsh celebrated the ruling, calling it “huge.” He posted on Twitter, “Our ban on child mutilation has been upheld. Who’s gloating now you child butchering ghouls?”
This is huge. Our ban on child mutilation has been upheld. When we passed the bill, trans activists gloated that they would easily get it overturned in court. Who’s gloating now you child butchering ghouls? https://t.co/cQCeUo2cH2
— Matt Walsh (@MattWalshBlog) September 29, 2023
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti also celebrated the ruling, stating that Tennessee’s law protecting children from irreversible gender-related medical interventions remains in effect.
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Tennessee Representative Jason Zachary (R) called the ruling a “big win” and emphasized the importance of protecting children. Representative William Lamberth (R) echoed this sentiment, stating that Tennessee will “continue to lead the way” in protecting children.
A similar ban in Alabama was upheld by a federal appeals court last month, while bans in other states have been overturned. Critics have raised concerns about the permanent effects of gender hormone treatments and surgical procedures, especially on children.
Both puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones come with serious health risks, including bone growth and density issues, sexual dysfunction, voice damage, infertility, and more. Cross-sex hormones can also lead to infertility, blood clots, heart attacks, increased cancer risks, liver dysfunction, and worsened psychological illness.
The number of gender surgeries in the U.S. has nearly tripled from 2016 to 2019, according to an analysis published in JAMA Network Open. Meanwhile, an estimated 300,000 minors aged 13 to 17 identified as transgender as of last year.
How do supporters of bans on transgender treatments for minors argue that these measures protect children from harm?
Houls?”
The bans in Tennessee and Kentucky prohibit transgender treatments for children under the age of 18. This includes puberty blockers, which temporarily pause the onset of puberty, cross-sex hormones, which induce the development of secondary sexual characteristics of the opposite sex, and gender surgeries, which permanently alter a person’s physical appearance to align with their gender identity.
The ruling by the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals is seen as a victory for those who advocate for stricter regulations on transgender treatments for minors. The court’s decision reflects concerns about the potential long-term consequences of these treatments and the evolving nature of the medical field in relation to gender dysphoria.
Chief Judge Jeffrey Sutton acknowledged the complexity of the issue, stating that the diagnosis of gender dysphoria is relatively new, and there have been shifts in approaches to care in recent years. He expressed uncertainty about the long-term effects of allowing these treatments without age limitations.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and families of transgender children were among the parties challenging the bans. They argued that denying transgender youth access to these treatments violated their equal rights and resulted in significant harm. The ACLU expressed disappointment with the ruling and vowed to continue fighting for transgender rights through further legal action.
Conversely, supporters of the bans, such as Daily Wire host Matt Walsh, hailed the decision as significant. Walsh described the ban as a means to prevent “child mutilation” and criticized those who disagreed with it.
Controversies surrounding the treatment of transgender children have been ongoing. Advocacy groups argue that these treatments are essential for the well-being of transgender youth, reducing gender dysphoria-related distress and preventing potential self-harm or suicide. Critics, on the other hand, raise concerns about the potential for irreversible medical interventions on minors who may later change their gender identities or regret their decisions.
As the debate continues, it is essential to consider the well-being and rights of transgender children. The court’s ruling highlights the need for further research and discussion to establish comprehensive guidelines for the treatment of gender dysphoria in minors. Striking a balance between protecting the rights and autonomy of transgender youth and ensuring their long-term well-being remains a challenge that requires careful consideration, dialogue, and ongoing legal and medical scrutiny.
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