CNN hosts challenge Trump administration's new definitions of sex in health guidance

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued new guidance defining sex strictly as male or female. This guidance follows an executive order from President Trump aimed at promoting biological definitions across federal policies. CNN hosts criticized the guidance, claiming it offers narrower definitions than those used by many scientists. They noted that the definitions do not account for intersex individuals and could lead to discrimination against transgender people. Critics argue that the new definitions may hinder research and data collection on intersex and transgender populations. Concerns have been raised about the potential impact on patients and healthcare providers.