WASHINGTON, D.C. — A federal court has permanently blocked Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-trans policy, delivering a decisive blow to the controversial measure following a high-profile House hearing.
The ruling, issued on April 16, 2026, came after Kennedy testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee, where he defended the policy amid widespread criticism. The court found the policy unconstitutional, citing violations of equal protection and due process rights.
Transgender rights organizations hailed the decision as a landmark victory, emphasizing its impact on safeguarding transgender individuals’ access to healthcare and legal protections.
Key details of the ruling:
- The policy, introduced in early 2026, sought to restrict gender-affirming care for minors and ban transgender athletes from competing in school sports.
- The court’s decision was unanimous, with judges ruling that the policy lacked a rational basis and infringed on constitutional rights.
- Kennedy, a prominent anti-trans advocate, had argued the policy was necessary to protect children from irreversible medical procedures.
Reaction from advocates:
“This ruling sends a clear message: discrimination has no place in our laws. We will continue fighting until every transgender person is treated with dignity and respect.” — Advocacy Group Spokesperson
The decision is expected to set a precedent for future challenges to anti-trans legislation across the United States.
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