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Trump signs executive order restricting gender care for young people

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday to restrict federal support for gender transitions for individuals under 19 years old, aiming to roll back protections for transgender people across the country.
The order mandates that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care and directs the Department of Justice to pursue legal actions against such practices.
Major medical groups, including the American Medical Association, support access to gender-affirming care, while a spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics criticized the order as political interference in healthcare decisions.
The executive order is likely to face legal challenges, as it contradicts established medical guidance and could significantly impact the rights and healthcare options for transgender youth.