The Supreme Court is set to hear a Colorado case challenging a law banning conversion therapy for minors. The practice, which purports to change sexual orientation or gender identity, is widely discredited and linked to severe mental health issues for victims. A licensed counselor argues the ban violates First Amendment speech protections, while supporters cite the harm inflicted on LGBTQ+ youth. This case is one of several addressing the rights of young LGBTQ+ individuals before the conservative court.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.