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Apr 2023
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Trans Rights Under Pressure in Two U.S. ...

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A.M. Edition for April 27. DOJ is suing Tennessee to block restrictions on transgender healthcare. And Montana bars a trans lawmaker from debate after she protested a similar bill. Plus Russian crude is nearing a $60 sanctions cap. Luke Vargas hosts. 

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