Matt Walsh Speaks At Supreme Court About Gender Transition Surgery
Matt Walsh, a conservative commentator and author, spoke before the Supreme Court on Wednesday, December 7th, 2023, in support of a legal challenge to the Biden administration’s policy that allows transgender people to serve openly in the military.
Walsh’s Arguments
Walsh argued that the policy, which was implemented by former President Donald Trump in 2020, is based on a false understanding of gender and that it will harm the military’s readiness and effectiveness.
“The military is not a place for social experiments,” Walsh said. “The military is a place for people who are willing to put their lives on the line for their country.”
Walsh also argued that the policy will lead to an increase in sexual assault and harassment in the military. He cited a study by the RAND Corporation that found that transgender people are more likely to be victims of sexual assault than cisgender people.
Response From Legal Experts
Legal experts said that Walsh’s arguments are not likely to succeed before the Supreme Court. They noted that the Court has repeatedly ruled in favor of transgender people in recent years. In 2020, the Court ruled that discrimination against transgender people is a form of sex discrimination and is therefore illegal under federal law.
“The Supreme Court has made it clear that transgender people are protected by the law,” said Shannon Minter, the legal director of the National Center for Lesbian Rights. “Walsh’s arguments are based on outdated and inaccurate stereotypes about transgender people.”
Conclusion
The Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling on the case in the coming months. The Court’s decision will have a major impact on the rights of transgender people in the United States.
If the Court upholds the Biden administration’s policy, it will be a major victory for transgender rights. But if the Court strikes down the policy, it will be a setback for transgender people and could lead to increased discrimination against them.
