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Trump administration bans the use of federal Medicaid funds to cover gender identity healthcare
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· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The policy change prohibits the use of federal Medicaid funds for gender identity healthcare for children under 18 enrolled in the program.
A new rule has been finalized by the Trump administration, affecting Medicaid coverage for certain healthcare services. The policy change prohibits the use of federal Medicaid funds for gender identity healthcare for children under 18 enrolled in the program. This decision marks the latest effort to restrict access to transgender healthcare for youth.
The president has expressed support for the move, citing concerns about the impact on young individuals. Further details about the new policy and its implications are available from the source, including the administration's rationale and the potential effects on those enrolled in Medicaid.
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Category: local Published: August 11, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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