New York, NY: The Trump administration’s grand jury subpoena to NYU Langone Health is nothing but state-sanctioned harassment, using the machinery of federal law enforcement as a weapon against transgender youth, their families, and the doctors who care for them.

This action is meant to scare you, but transgender youth in New York City should know this: our city and state will not waver in defending your dignity, your safety, or your right to access healthcare. New York has made clear that gender-affirming care is legal, protected, and supported here, and the LGBTQIA+ Caucus will continue standing firmly against politically motivated efforts designed to undermine those protections.

Medical decisions should remain between patients, families, and healthcare professionals and not be influenced by intimidation or ideological investigations.

No young person should have to wonder whether seeking healthcare will place a target on their back. We will continue fighting for a city where transgender people can access affirming healthcare, live openly, and exist without fear of government persecution.

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