Court cases threaten LGBTQ+ healthcare and preventative services under ACA, potentially empowering the Trump administration to restrict access to care and LGBTQ+ rights. Attacks on wellness treatment must stay watchful.
Iowa restricts transgender healthcare coverage under Medicaid, facing legal challenges and sparking controversy. Advocates fight for equal access and challenge discriminatory practices.
Spokane passes ordinance protecting LGBTQIA2S+ healthcare access and rights, defying national trends. The city reinforces its commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring safety and freedom for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals.
Majority support gender-affirming care, yet political divides persist. Trump's policies contrast with public opinion. Democrats are split and gender-affirming care definitions varies by age.
Pope Francis meets LGBTQ+ Catholics, signaling progress. However, Vatican's stance on gender-affirming care and marriage equality remains a challenge. Advocates emphasize mixed legacy, citing ongoing inequalities.
