Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: Chiles v. Salazar
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In Chiles v. Salazar, the Court will consider the question of whether a Colorado law banning “conversion therapy”—i.e., attempts to “convert” someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity—violate the Free Speech Clause of the First Amendment.
The case arises from a challenge to Colorado's Minor Conversion Therapy Law (MCTL), which limits therapists’ speech when counseling gay and transgender individuals. Kaley Chiles, a professional counselor, brought a challenge, claiming the MCTL violates her First Amendment rights to freedom of speech and free exercise of religion. The district court agreed she had standing but ruled against her. The 10th Circuit affirmed. In March 2025, the Supreme Court granted cert on just the free speech question. Oral argument is set for October 7, 2025.
Join us for a Courthouse Steps Oral Argument program, where we will break down how Oral Argument went and what may be coming next in the case.
Featuring:
- Prof. Stephanie Barclay, Professor of Law and Faculty Co-Director for the Georgetown Center for the Constitution, Georgetown University Law Center
- (Moderator) Casey Mattox, Vice President, Legal Strategy, Stand Together
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