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Trump administration finalizes rule to end federal support for gender-affirming care

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Children category. Published on August 13, 2026 • Originally reported by Melody Schreiber. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Move blocking funds through Medicaid and Chip to make it harder for vulnerable children to get healthcare, experts say

The Trump administration finalized a rule on Tuesday to end gender-affirming care through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (Chip), a move that will make it harder for vulnerable children to access healthcare and that eschews evidence to advance an anti-transgender ideology, opponents say.

The rule is set to take effect on 13 October – but legal challenges could delay or block it entirely.

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