Supreme Court Faces Pivotal Transgender Rights and Parental Authority Cases

Tennessee lawmakers are divided over a state law banning gender-affirming care for transgender children, as the issue heads to the Supreme Court for a constitutional review. The law, passed in 2023, prohibits treatments like puberty blockers and surgeries, sparking debate about parental rights and children's ability to make informed decisions. Advocates argue the ban exacerbates mental health issues, while supporters claim it protects children from making irreversible decisions. The Supreme Court's conservative majority makes overturning the ban unlikely, raising concerns about individual freedoms.