Jared Moninger, who identifies as transmasculine, started his social transition at age 12 and has received gender-affirming care since then. His mother says today he is thriving.

Trans teen in Iowa says he's faced little discrimination. Recent laws could change that for other trans youth.

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Trans teen in Iowa says he's faced little discrimination. Recent laws could change that for other trans youth.

Trans teen in Iowa says he's faced little discrimination. Recent laws could change that for other trans youth.

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