‘Sanctuary’ Movement’s New Focus: Transgender Youth

A bill in Washington state would allow shelters and temporary housing to take in transgender minors who flee their homes in other states, and would not require parental notification.

AP/Armando Franca, file
A demonstrator holds up a sign during a march to mark International Transgender Day of Visibility. AP/Armando Franca, file

In a new front in the fight over transgender healthcare, Democrats are trying to turn their states into safe havens for transgender children, even over the objections of parents or legal guardians. 

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