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Judge blocks Trump admin. from getting medical records of minors who received gender identity care at NYC hospitals
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
By Devan Cole, CNN
(CNN) — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from obtaining sensitive medical records from healthcare institutions in New York City that provided gender identity care to minors in recent years.
The ruling from US District Judge Katherine Polk Fai...
Key takeaway Ruling from the bench on Wednesday, Failla, an appointee of former President Barack Obama, provisionally certified a class comprised of individuals who had received care from a New York City provider over the past six years.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The recent ruling by US District Judge Katherine Polk Failla has implications for El Paso 's own LGBTQ+ community, particularly minors who may be seeking gender identity care. While the case is centered in New York City, the Trump administration's nationwide investigation into the provision of such care raises concerns about the potential for similar actions in El Paso. Local healthcare providers may need to be vigilant in protecting the medical records of their patients, especially those who are minors. The city's own laws and policies regarding gender identity care and patient privacy will be worth watching in the coming weeks and months. El Paso's community organizations that support LGBTQ+ youth may also play a crucial role in advocating for the rights and privacy of these individuals. As the case continues to unfold, El Pasoans will be looking to see how the ruling affects the city's own healthcare landscape and the protections in place for vulnerable populations.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? By Devan Cole, CNN
(CNN) — A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from obtaining sensitive medical records from healthcare institutions in New York City that provided gender identity care to minors in recent years.
The ruling from US District Judge Katherine Polk Fai...
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