Minnesota gov. signs sweeping executive order protecting trans people in his state

On Wednesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) signed an executive order protecting trans youth and adults seeking gender-affirming care in the state. He called it urgent work as a wave of legislation in neighboring states and around the country rolls back LGBTQ+ rights. “We want every Minnesotan to grow up feeling safe, valued, protected, celebrated, and free to exist as their authentic versions of themselves,” Walz said. “Protecting and supporting access to gender affirming health care is essential to being a welcoming and supportive state.” Walz called out lawmakers next...