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DOJ Halts Medical Record Demands in Trans Care Case

1/24/2026

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The U.S. Department of Justice halted demands for medical records from Children’s Hospital Los Angeles concerning gender-affirming care, ending a legal standoff with families.
The agreement allows withholding records and redacting personal information.
Parents express relief but fear future subpoenas.
The DOJ withdrew specific requests while defending its goal to protect children from 'mutilation'.
Advocates call this a victory for patient privacy and urge support for transgender care.

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The U.S. Department of Justice halted demands for medical records from Children’s Hospital Los Angeles concerning gender-affirming care, ending a legal standoff with families.
The agreement allows withholding records and redacting personal information.
Parents express relief but fear future subpoenas.
The DOJ withdrew specific requests while defending its goal to protect children from 'mutilation'.
Advocates call this a victory for patient privacy and urge support for transgender care.