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Judges Block DOJ Subpoenas on Minors' Gender Care Data

2/6/2026

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Judges nationwide have limited or rejected subpoenas from the U.S. Department of Justice seeking data on minors receiving gender-affirming care.
The subpoenas seek personal details of patients prescribed puberty blockers or hormone therapy.
In several cases, including at Children’s National Hospital, judges have quashed them as intimidation.
Eve Hill, representing affected families, says many remain unaware of potential subpoenas and warns the effort could extend to adults.

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Judges nationwide have limited or rejected subpoenas from the U.S. Department of Justice seeking data on minors receiving gender-affirming care.
The subpoenas seek personal details of patients prescribed puberty blockers or hormone therapy.
In several cases, including at Children’s National Hospital, judges have quashed them as intimidation.
Eve Hill, representing affected families, says many remain unaware of potential subpoenas and warns the effort could extend to adults.