A Seattle federal judge, Lauren King, blocked President Trump's executive orders aimed at stripping federal funds from programs supporting gender transition care for minors. She ruled that the orders were discriminatory and breached the separation of powers, as Congress controls federal funding. Initially issuing a two-week restraining order, she extended the block in Washington, Minnesota, Oregon, and Colorado. The ruling highlights that the president overstepped his authority, and another nationwide block in Baltimore awaits further legal examination. King's decision emphasizes the need to recognize transgender individuals and their access to medical care.
"The president cannot 'switch the Constitution on or off at will' to advance his administration's agenda, and the executive orders appear to be a major overreach."
"Judge Lauren King emphasized that Trump overstepped his authority by issuing executive orders that discriminate against gender-affirming care and reshape federal definitions of gender."
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