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Supreme Court Divided Over Colorado's Conversion Therapy Ban

10/9/2025

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The Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Colorado's conversion therapy ban, revealing ideological divides among justices.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett highlighted conflicting expert opinions on conversion therapy and gender-affirming care; Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas challenged the consensus.
The Trump administration's influence is said to foster distrust in experts and health policies, potentially harming LGBTQ+ youth and medical guidance.

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The Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Colorado's conversion therapy ban, revealing ideological divides among justices.
Justice Amy Coney Barrett highlighted conflicting expert opinions on conversion therapy and gender-affirming care; Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas challenged the consensus.
The Trump administration's influence is said to foster distrust in experts and health policies, potentially harming LGBTQ+ youth and medical guidance.