Mark Sherman

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on the constitutionality of Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors. The case being heard Wednesday will have a national impact because at least 25 other states have adopted similar laws in recent years.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is stepping into the fight over transgender rights, agreeing to hear appeals from the Biden administration and families seeking to block state bans on gender-affirming care. The justices’ action Monday comes as Republican-led states have restricted health care for transgender people, school sports participation, bathroom usage and drag shows.