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Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee's Minor Castration Ban

6/19/2025

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In a landmark 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on surgical and chemical castration for minors, affirming it aligns with the 14th Amendment. Justice Clarence Thomas voiced strong dissent, challenging the deference to expert opinions and advocating for states to shape their own medical ethics in such divisive matters.

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In a landmark 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on surgical and chemical castration for minors, affirming it aligns with the 14th Amendment. Justice Clarence Thomas voiced strong dissent, challenging the deference to expert opinions and advocating for states to shape their own medical ethics in such divisive matters.