Recent decisions from appellate courts have largely favored the Trump administration in its legal battles concerning the subpoena of gender-affirming care providers. This includes a ruling by the Ninth Circuit which found that the Department of Justice (DOJ) may direct investigations into gender-affirming care services. Meanwhile, the DOJ has abandoned its pursuit of medical records from a Pennsylvania hospital related to transgender minors, marking a significant retreat in its legal strategy. Advocates for transgender youth have hailed this move as a victory for patients seeking gender-affirming care.