Trump Administration Policies Restrict Gender-Affirming Care for Adults

The Trump administration has implemented a series of federal directives that restrict access to gender-affirming healthcare for adults, including veterans and federal employees, by redefining 'children' to include anyone under 19 and excluding transition-related treatments from federal health benefits. These policies have led to canceled procedures, denied prescriptions, and increased out-of-pocket costs for thousands of transgender individuals across the country. Advocates and legal experts note that these federal actions mirror restrictive state-level policies, creating a complex and shifting landscape for patients and providers.

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