Texas Governor Greg Abbott has officially designated the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its national organization as foreign terrorist organizations, citing the group’s documented ties to the Muslim Brotherhood and support for Hamas. The designation, announced Wednesday, places CAIR on Texas’ official list of entities that engage in or support terrorism, subjecting the group Read more by IFN English on IFN.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under President Donald Trump has released a scathing 410-page report, “Treatment for Pediatric Gender Dysphoria: Review of Evidence and Best Practices,” condemning “gender-affirming care” for children as unscientific and harmful. Published on Wednesday, the peer-reviewed document exposes the risks of puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgeries, Read more by IFN English on IFN.

In a significant policy shift, New Zealand’s government has announced a pause on new prescriptions of puberty blockers for young people with gender dysphoria, effective December 19, 2024, pending the results of a major UK clinical trial expected in 2031. Health Minister Simeon Brown stated that Cabinet adopted this precautionary approach due to “uncertain evidence” Read more by IFN English on IFN.

In a contentious custody dispute before the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, Emily Bickford is appealing a Portland District Court order that bars her from taking her 12-year-old daughter to Calvary Chapel in Portland or exposing her to Bible teachings. The ruling, which grants father Matthew Bradeen sole authority over religious decisions, stems from claims that Read more by IFN English on IFN.

The Encinitas Union School District in California has settled a 2024 parental-rights lawsuit by agreeing to give parents at least three days’ advance notice and an opt-out option before any “buddy program” activities that promote gender ideology. Parents Carlos and Jenny Encinas sued after their 11-year-old son was required to participate in lessons, including reading Read more by IFN English on IFN.