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Anti-trans rhetoric has wormed its way into the Republican Party presidential debates, with the White House hopefuls attacking gender-affirming healthcare and trans inclusion in sports.

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Trans healthcare expert slams Republican presidential candidates' anti-trans attacks

Trans healthcare expert slams "fear-based" attacks on trans community, which have made their way into the Republican presidential debates.

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