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Judge Throws Out Trump’s Denial Of Care Rule In Case Brought By Americans United And Allies
"One after another, three judges across the country have now made it crystal clear that it was unlawful for the Trump administration to misuse religious freedom to justify harming patients," said Rachel Laser, president and CEO of Americans United. "These decisions, coupled with Congress’ introduction of the Put Patients First Act, should send an emphatic message to President Trump that no patient should ever be discriminated against or denied health care based on who they are, who they love or what they believe.”read more »Press ReleaseSurprise! The Trump Administration’s Justification For Its Denial Of Care Rule Was Based On Lies
There are many problems with the Denial of Care Rule, but one thing that has come to light since these important court rulings is that the Trump administration’s entire justification for the rule was built on a tissue of lies.read more »Blog PostAmericans United Applauds Members of Congress for Introducing ‘Put Patients First Act’
“Even as courts block President Trump’s dangerous Denial of Care Rule, it’s clear the administration will continue to push this rule and other policies that misuse religious freedom to license discrimination and harm to others. It's more important than ever that Congress enact extra safeguards to protect people’s health and fundamental rights," said Rachel Laser, president and CEO of Americans United.read more »Press Release