Supreme Court’s Controversial Ruling on Transgender Health Care Sparks Debate Over Equal Protection Standards
Nashville, Tennessee — The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling in United States v. Skrmetti has sparked discussions over its adherence to the Equal Protection Clause, particularly regarding classifications tied to identity. Critics argue that the Court is straying from its own anti-classification doctrine, which mandates careful scrutiny of government actions based on classifications of race, sex, and national origin. Historically, the Supreme Court has insisted that any government classification related to these identities must undergo rigorous examination. This scrutiny aims to ensure that such measures serve compelling governmental interests and that there are no feasible … Read more