Staff Reports
Several Catholic organizations have accused the Biden Administration of holding back government money from hospitals that choose not to perform surgeries for transgender young people, claiming the government wants to impose its extreme ideas on the American people. In a House hearing, Rep. Mary Miller and Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra had a heated conversation, with Miller alleging that the government’s new rule discriminates against Catholics and religious medical facilities. The new HHS regulation prohibits medical facilities from discriminating against patients based on their identity, age, or whether they are part of the LGBTQ+ community, and this has raised concerns among some conservative groups.
Katy Talento, a former health advisor under the Trump Administration, criticized the rule, arguing that it forces hospitals to carry out surgeries related to gender identity, which goes against the beliefs of Catholics. During the exchange, Miller challenged Becerra on how the rule would affect doctors who have objections based on their faith and whether they would be required to provide certain care. In response, Becerra stated that if a doctor has religious objections, they are not compelled to offer specific services, but they would not receive federal funding if they choose not to comply with the rules. This led to criticism from CatholicVote President Brian Burch, who accused the Biden Administration of targeting Catholics with blatant hostility and trying to force religious communities to accept their radical policies.
Catholic Groups Accuse Biden Admin of Withholding Funds From Hospitals Who Don't Perform Trans Surgeries https://t.co/jLhxdgYHYi
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The Biden Administration’s actions have sparked widespread backlash from conservative figures, including Rep. Mary Miller and radio host Mark R. Levin, who have condemned the government’s approach as an abuse of power. This controversy underscores the ongoing tension between the government and religious groups over issues related to the LGBTQ+ community and freedom of religious expression.
