Ban Upheld

The Supreme Court issued a landmark decision Wednesday.

In a 6-3 decision, split along ideological lines, the Supremes upheld Tennessee’s ban on gender-transition treatments for minors, allowing restrictions on puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries for trans-identifying youth to stand.

Writing for the majority, Chief Justice Roberts acknowledged the “fierce scientific and policy debates” surrounding such treatments but said Tennessee’s law does not violate the 14th Amendment’s equal protection clause. Justice Sotomayor read her dissent aloud (a rare move)—saying the law enables “medical discrimination on the basis of sex” and “abandons transgender children.”

Tennessee is one of 27 states with similar bans. The state’s Attorney General called the ruling a victory for “common sense over judicial activism;” critics warn the “discriminatory” ruling could open doors to future restrictions, including on adults.

CHOOSE HUMILITY
When discussing divisive topics, remember that both your stance and how you take your stance reflect on Christ. Believing you’re right is not an excuse to be harsh, impatient, or unkind.

“Pursue peace with everyone, and holiness—without it no one will see the Lord.” Hebrews 12:14 (CSB) (read full passage)