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health1 day ago•5 min saved

Wisconsin Pediatric Hospitals Pause Minor Gender‑Affirming Care Amid Federal Policy Shifts

Two Wisconsin pediatric centers, Children’s Wisconsin and UW Health, have paused gender-affirming treatments for patients under 18, including puberty blockers and hormone therapy, citing escalating legal and federal regulatory risk after the Trump administration announced plans to block Medicaid and Medicare funding for such services; advocates warn the pause could worsen LGBTQ+ youths’ mental health, while the hospitals say they will continue non-pharmacologic care and mental health support.

via WPR|

#federal-policy #gender-affirming-care #health

technology12 days ago•7 min saved

The Future of Cybersecurity: AI-Driven Threats and Defense Strategies for 2026

The article discusses key cybersecurity issues to watch in 2026, including the upcoming White House national cyber strategy focused on shaping adversary behavior, the evolving role of AI in cyber defense and threats, the reauthorization of CISA authorities, new cyber incident reporting rules, and leadership gaps within U.S. cybersecurity agencies.

via Federal News Network|

#ai #cisa #cyber-strategy

business26 days ago•5 min saved

Trump's Marijuana Rescheduling Sparks Industry and Research Changes

President Trump ordered the reclassification of cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, which could ease research restrictions, improve banking access, and reduce tax burdens for Michigan cannabis businesses, though the full impact depends on future federal guidance and implementation.

via Bridge Michigan|

#business #cannabis-industry #federal-policy

health27 days ago•0 min saved

Trump signs order to expand medical marijuana access and reclassify cannabis

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to expand access to marijuana and CBD, citing their medical benefits, as part of a broader move to ease restrictions despite not decriminalizing the substances.

via The Washington Post|

#cbd #federal-policy #health

politics27 days ago•2 min saved

Trump signs order to reclassify and expand access to marijuana

President Trump signed an executive order to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, easing research restrictions and aligning it with certain prescription drugs, but stopping short of legalizing recreational use or changing criminal laws.

via The Guardian|

#federal-policy #marijuana #medical-cannabis

lgbtq-rights27 days ago•8 min saved

Legal and Political Battles Erupt Over Gender-Affirming Care for Youth

The ACLU is challenging the Trump administration's efforts to ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth and prohibit transgender federal employees from using restrooms aligned with their gender, arguing these policies are unconstitutional, discriminatory, and harmful to transgender individuals' rights and well-being.

via American Civil Liberties Union|

#aclu #discrimination #federal-policy

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Trump Considers Rescheduling Marijuana to Boost Industry and Tax Revenue

U.S. President Donald Trump is considering an executive order to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug, which could significantly impact the cannabis industry by easing regulations, increasing research opportunities, and improving access to funding. The move would mark a major shift in federal drug policy, potentially lowering taxes and making it easier for banks and investors to participate in the sector. However, no final decision has been made yet, and the DEA will review the recommendation from health authorities.

via Reuters|

#cannabis-industry #federal-policy #marijuana

business3 months ago•2 min saved

GM Faces $1.6 Billion Charge Amid EV Strategy Shift

General Motors is taking a $1.6 billion charge in Q3 due to revisions in its EV strategy following US policy changes that reduce incentives and relax emissions regulations, leading to lower EV demand and production adjustments, including halting some Cadillac SUV models.

via Yahoo Finance|

#business #charge #ev-strategy

world3 months ago•4 min saved

U.S. Offers Migrant Teens $2,500 to Voluntarily Depart

Federal authorities in Utah are targeting unaccompanied minors for deportation under a new initiative, prompting criticism from local immigration attorneys and advocates who argue that many of these children are fleeing harm and are not threats, raising concerns about coercion, due process, and child welfare.

via KSL.com|

#deportation #federal-policy #immigration

health3 months ago•6 min saved

West Coast States Unveil Independent COVID and Flu Vaccine Guidelines

California has issued its own COVID-19 vaccination guidelines, independent of federal recommendations, in response to recent changes and controversies in federal vaccine policy, including the replacement of CDC advisory members by vaccine skeptics. The state law mandates insurance coverage for vaccines endorsed by California, broadening access and bypassing federal restrictions, especially for vulnerable groups like children and pregnant women. This move aims to ensure wider vaccine access amid rising COVID-19 cases and potential federal policy restrictions.

via CalMatters|

#california #covid-19-vaccine #federal-policy

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Americans' Trust in Vaccine Guidance Divided Amid Policy Changes

A Reuters/Ipsos poll reveals that only 24% of Americans believe recent vaccine recommendations by the Trump administration are based on science, with significant skepticism especially among Democrats, amid concerns over future vaccine access and policy changes.

via Reuters|

#covid-19 #federal-policy #health

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Doctors Urge Universal COVID-19 Vaccination Despite Government Stance

The American Academy of Family Physicians recommends COVID-19 vaccination for all adults, children, and pregnant women, contradicting recent federal guidelines that limit vaccine approval to older adults and those with health conditions, amidst ongoing debates over vaccine policies.

via yahoo.com|

#aafp #covid-19 #federal-policy

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Minnesota Governor Walz issues order to safeguard and expand COVID-19 vaccine access

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued an executive order to ensure broad access to COVID-19 vaccines amid federal policy changes, directing state agencies to remove barriers and provide guidance to healthcare providers, as other states also take measures to protect vaccine availability.

via MPR News|

#covid-19 #federal-policy #health

law-and-crime4 months ago•1 min saved

US Prosecutors Halt Felony Charges for Carrying Registered Rifles and Shotguns in DC

The U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C., Jeanine Pirro, has instructed prosecutors not to seek felony charges for carrying registered rifles and shotguns in the district, citing concerns that the city's gun laws may violate the Second Amendment as interpreted by recent Supreme Court rulings. This policy change aims to focus on illegal firearms and felon-in-possession cases, while avoiding charges related solely to registered rifles or shotguns, reflecting a legal shift in enforcement priorities.

via ABC News|

#dc-gun-laws #federal-policy #firearms

local-news5 months ago•4 min saved

Massachusetts mulls independent vaccine guidelines

Massachusetts is considering breaking away from federal vaccine recommendations by giving the state's Department of Public Health the authority to set independent immunization standards, amid changes in federal policy and concerns about vaccine coverage and politicization. The move follows federal shifts under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who dismissed the CDC advisory panel, and aims to improve vaccine uptake, though officials warn about the risks of inconsistent guidelines across states.

via WBUR|

#federal-policy #local-news #massachusetts