Supreme Court Upholds Bans on Conversion Therapy for LGBTQ+ Minors

The Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal regarding the enforcement of laws banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ children, with three conservative justices dissenting. The court's decision allows the law to stand in Washington, where it has been upheld, while an appellate panel struck down local bans in Florida. Justices Alito and Thomas argued that the court should have taken up the case, citing concerns about licensed counselors being restricted in expressing their opinions on minors with gender dysphoria. The decision comes as efforts to limit the rights of LGBTQ+ kids continue across the country, with approximately half of the states prohibiting conversion therapy.