Tom Joyce

Tom Joyce is a freelance reporter covering politics, sports and culture.

Government
Texas AG declares it illegal for therapists to facilitate so-called sex changes for minors

Licensed therapists and other mental health professionals may not assist in so-called sex change efforts for minors under Texas law, says Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. In… Read More

March 3, 2026
Culture
Vanderbilt Medical halts transgender plastic surgeries for adults 

Nashville-based Vanderbilt University Medical Center has stopped performing transgender plastic surgeries on adults, citing staffing and coverage issues. It had already ended transgender surgeries for patients under… Read More

March 2, 2026
Public Education
California male ranked national No. 1 in high school girls track 

A male California high school athlete who identifies as female has begun the 2026 outdoor season ranked No. 1 in the nation in the girls’ triple jump. Read More

March 2, 2026
Courts
Vermont backs down on Christian adoption discrimination

In victory for parents’ rights and religious freedom, Vermont officials have reversed course after revoking foster-care licenses from Christian families who would not affirm gender identity ideology. In a … Read More

February 25, 2026
Courts
Judge rules in favor of Oklahoma private schools in sports dispute

An Oklahoma County judge has ruled against a controversial athletic rule targeting private schools. Oklahoma County District Judge Richard Ogden granted summary judgment Friday in favor… Read More

February 24, 2026