Court Backs Trump’s Gender Care Subpoenas | San Antonio News

A federal appeals court just sided with the Justice Department, upholding subpoenas targeting gender-affirming care providers — a move seen by critics as an intimidation tactic. In a 2-1 ruling, the court declared the president’s push to end such care legally permissible, arguing that its effectiveness and risks remain scientifically unsettled. The decision overturned a lower court’s protection of patient privacy for telemedicine provider QueerDoc, sending the case back for further review. The subpoena seeks sensitive records including billing data, drug company communications, and patient files — sparking fierce legal battles over confidentiality. This marks the first time an appeals court has ruled on these specific subpoenas, framing the debate as ongoing science and allowing policy-driven enforcement under presidential authority. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/af485adf3d9b6796