California’s perspective on the U.S. v Skrmetti case

In this episode of PRESENTE, host Francisco Avilés Pino sits down with journalist Giselle Palomera, the newly appointed Editor at LA Blade, to discuss a landmark Supreme Court case with major implications for trans rights: United States v. Skrmetti. This case questions whether the federal government can protect trans people from discrimination under the Affordable Care Act, reflecting a larger wave of policies restricting trans rights nationwide.

Giselle breaks down the case, the political forces behind it, and why these issues are deeply relevant to Latino communities. We discuss the role of trans people in shaping policy, the importance of inclusive journalism, and what’s at stake for LGBTQ+ rights in California and beyond.

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