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American First Policy Institute Targets Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

4/17/2026

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The American First Policy Institute leads a campaign to restrict gender-affirming care, especially for minors.
AFPI officials, including Jennifer Bauwens, say they protect children from what they describe as harmful medical procedures.
Former Trump staffer Scott Centorino says the administration is focused on youth, with internal disagreements about policies affecting adults.
Bauwens introduced a model bill to bar mental health professionals from facilitating social transitions for minors.

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The American First Policy Institute leads a campaign to restrict gender-affirming care, especially for minors.
AFPI officials, including Jennifer Bauwens, say they protect children from what they describe as harmful medical procedures.
Former Trump staffer Scott Centorino says the administration is focused on youth, with internal disagreements about policies affecting adults.
Bauwens introduced a model bill to bar mental health professionals from facilitating social transitions for minors.