Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on 'conversion therapy' for LGBTQ kids

The Supreme Court ruled against Colorado's law that banned "conversion therapy" for LGBTQ+ minors. The 8-1 decision favored a Christian counselor who argued the law infringed on free speech under the First Amendment. They stated the ban raises concerns about regulating therapy as a healthcare service. Colorado maintained that the law allowed discussions on gender identity while prohibiting attempts to convert LGBTQ+ individuals to heterosexuality. The ruling could impact similar laws in other states, as the practice is widely discredited. The case reflects ongoing tensions between religious rights and LGBTQ+ protections.