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Supreme Court Decision Challenges Colorado's Ban on Conversion Therapy for Minors

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In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court overturned Colorado's 2019 ban on conversion therapy for minors, citing violations of free speech rights under the First Amendment. The 8-1 decision, led by Justice Neil Gorsuch, emphasized that the law constituted viewpoint censorship, which must undergo rigorous legal scrutiny. This ruling raises concerns among LGBTQ advocates, who argue that it may lead to increased trauma for minors exploring their identities. The case, initiated by a therapist claiming the law infringed on her ability to discuss clients' desires to change their sexual orientation, will return to a lower court for further examination. Critics warn that this decision could undermine protections for vulnerable youth seeking support.

Key Details: • Supreme Court decision made on March 31, 2026. • The ruling may affect laws in half of U.S. states that have banned conversion therapy. • Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was the only dissenting voice in the ruling. • The case will be sent back to a lower court for additional review.

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