Americans Strongly Oppose Transgender Medical Procedures for Minors 

YouGov poll highlights strong opposition on numerous transgender issues.

Public sentiment against transgender medical procedures on minors may shape political debates. 

WHY IT MATTERS – The Texas Supreme Court recently heard a transgender health care lawsuit. Additionally, Wyoming is voting on a bill that would redefine “gender-affirming care.”  

THE NUMBERS – A recent YouGov poll from January asked Americans about numerous transgender policies. The poll revealed:  

  • 51% of Americans oppose requiring private insurance companies to cover gender-affirming surgeries and therapies. This includes 75% of Republicans, 26% of Democrats, and 51% of independents. 
     
  • 52% of Americans oppose youth access to hormone therapy. Including 82% of Republicans, 32% of Democrats, and 53% of independents. 
     
  • 54% of Americans oppose youth access to conversion therapy. Including 64% of Republicans, 47% of Democrats, and 50% of independents. 
  • 54% of Americans oppose youth access to puberty blockers. Including 77% of Republicans, 32% of Democrats, and 57% independents. 

THE BOTTOM LINE – The majority of Americans strongly oppose transgender medical procedures on minors. 

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