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NY AG Sues to Block Trump’s Anti-Trans Funding Policy

1/14/2026

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New York Attorney General Letitia James, joined by a coalition of attorneys general, filed a lawsuit on January 13, 2026.
The suit challenges an HHS policy tying billions in federal funding to compliance with U.S. President Donald Trump’s order restricting gender-related treatments for minors.
The policy coerces states to discriminate against transgender individuals by threatening funding.
James seeks a court ruling to block the policy and protect transgender rights laws.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James, joined by a coalition of attorneys general, filed a lawsuit on January 13, 2026.
The suit challenges an HHS policy tying billions in federal funding to compliance with U.S. President Donald Trump’s order restricting gender-related treatments for minors.
The policy coerces states to discriminate against transgender individuals by threatening funding.
James seeks a court ruling to block the policy and protect transgender rights laws.