DeWine defends veto on gender procedure ban, Vance criticizes
Senator J.D. Vance Slams Governor Mike DeWine’s Veto of Bill Banning Gender Procedures on Minors and Boys in Girls’ Sports
Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) strongly criticized Governor Mike DeWine (R-OH) on Friday for defending his veto of a bill that aimed to prohibit gender procedures on minors and prevent boys from competing in girls’ sports. Vance expressed his disappointment with DeWine’s decision, stating that the governor’s emphasis on parents’ rights is merely a slogan used to justify his veto.
The bill, known as HB 68, would have banned transgender procedures on minors, including surgeries like double mastectomies for girls identifying as boys, as well as other genital procedures for children with gender dysphoria. It also sought to prevent biological boys from participating in girls’ sports statewide. DeWine argued that signing the bill into law would infringe upon parents’ rights, claiming that many children owe their lives to the medical treatments they received from Ohio’s children’s hospitals.
However, Vance dismissed DeWine’s reasoning, asserting that it is merely a slogan and does not serve as a valid justification. He criticized the governor for ignoring the pressure exerted by interest groups and pharmaceutical companies to approve poorly understood and irreversible procedures. Vance expressed his disappointment in DeWine’s decision and expressed hope that the legislation would be overridden.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s statement on the veto was incredible (see clipped video):
“Were Ohio to pass HB68, it would be saying that the state knows better, what is medically best for their child, than the two people who love that child the most: their parents.” pic.twitter.com/00KxU96wSw
— Erin Reed (@ErinInTheMorn) December 29, 2023
The bill, HB 68, was passed by the Ohio House with a vote of 62-27 and by the Ohio Senate with a vote of 24-8 on December 13. However, DeWine expressed concerns about the legal implications of signing the bill into law, leading him to issue a veto. The Republican supermajority in the Ohio General Assembly has the power to override the veto with a three-fifths vote.
DeWine faced criticism from Ohio native and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, as well as detransitioner Chloe Cole, who has been vocal about the risks associated with gender procedures. Ramaswamy condemned DeWine’s failure to support the bill, emphasizing the importance of maintaining separate sports categories for boys and girls. Cole accused DeWine of being influenced by the powerful medical lobby in Ohio and condemned his support for procedures that sterilize and mutilate children.
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DeWine’s decision, stating that it prioritizes political correctness over the well-being and rights of children.
Vance argued that the bill was necessary to protect minors from undergoing life-altering procedures that they may later regret. He emphasized the long-term consequences of these procedures, stating that they often result in irreversible physical changes and potential health risks. Vance also highlighted the emotional and psychological toll that transitioning at a young age can have on children, citing research that shows high rates of regret and mental health issues among individuals who undergo gender reassignment surgeries.
Furthermore, Vance criticized DeWine for ignoring the concerns of female athletes who would be negatively impacted by allowing biological boys to compete in girls’ sports. He emphasized the need to maintain a fair playing field and protect opportunities for girls to excel in sports, arguing that allowing males to compete in female sports would undermine the accomplishments and hard work of female athletes.
Vance also pointed out the influence of interest groups and pharmaceutical companies in shaping DeWine’s decision. He accused the governor of prioritizing the interests of these groups over the well-being of children, suggesting that financial motives may be at play.
In conclusion, Senator J.D. Vance strongly criticized Governor Mike DeWine’s veto of the bill banning gender procedures on minors and boys in girls’ sports. Vance argued that the governor’s emphasis on parents’ rights is simply a slogan used to justify his decision and that it disregards the long-term consequences and potential harm to children. He also accused DeWine of ignoring the concerns of female athletes and of being influenced by interest groups and pharmaceutical companies. Vance’s remarks highlight the need to prioritize the well-being and rights of children over political correctness and special interests.
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