California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed “gender-affirming health care” legislation making the state a refuge for transgender children and their parents fleeing child abuse laws in other states.
“In California we believe in equality and acceptance. We believe that no one should be prosecuted or persecuted for getting the care they need—including gender-affirming care,” Newsom wrote in his signing message on Sept. 29. “Parents know what’s best for their kids, and they should be able to make decisions around the health of their children without fear. We must take a stand for parental choice.”
Newsom accused other states of passing laws “to demonize” the transgender community….