SCOTUS Chat: U.S. v. Skrmetti (Update)

This SCOTUS Chat addresses the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in U.S. v. Skrmetti that allows states to ban medically necessary gender-affirming care for transgender and non-binary youth.

Host: Erin Maye Quade, Gender Justice Special Projects Advisor

Guests:

• Brittany Stewart, Gender Justice Senior Staff Attorney
• Dr. Kate Gepford, Children’s Minnesota Chief Education Officer

The discussion covers the background of the case, its implications for states like Minnesota and North Dakota, and the personal and professional impacts on trans youth, their families, and healthcare providers. This chat explains and explores the ongoing challenges, legal strategies, and the broader significance of ensuring access to gender-affirming care amid a shifting political landscape.

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