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Judge Halts Trump Trans Prisoner Transfers Until 2026

5/21/2026

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Judge Royce C. Lamberth issued an injunction that bars administration of U.S. President Donald Trump from moving transgender women prisoners to men’s facilities until June 8, 2026.
Plaintiffs reported rape, gang assault, and threats against transgender women in prisons, with “Amy” saying she was gang-raped at every facility.
The D.C. Circuit partially vacated the injunction, ordering reviews and noting lawyers say transferred inmates faced pat-downs, denied care, isolation, and loss of clothing.

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Judge Royce C. Lamberth issued an injunction that bars administration of U.S. President Donald Trump from moving transgender women prisoners to men’s facilities until June 8, 2026.
Plaintiffs reported rape, gang assault, and threats against transgender women in prisons, with “Amy” saying she was gang-raped at every facility.
The D.C. Circuit partially vacated the injunction, ordering reviews and noting lawyers say transferred inmates faced pat-downs, denied care, isolation, and loss of clothing.