Transgender

Trump Administration Seeks Exit from Lawsuit on Transgender Athletes as NH Teens Stand Their Ground

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Concord, N.H. — The administration of former President Donald Trump is seeking to remove itself from a legal challenge initiated by two New Hampshire teenagers against the state’s prohibition of transgender athletes in girls’ sports. This lawsuit also contests an executive order issued by Trump regarding the same issue. The case features Parker Tirrell, 16, and Iris Turmelle, 14, who became the first individuals to formally challenge Trump’s “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports” order after they joined their lawsuit against New Hampshire’s ban earlier this year. A federal judge has permitted them to participate … Read more

Kansas Families Challenge New Law as Unconstitutional in Fight for Transgender Youth Rights

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LAWRENCE, Kan. — Two families in Douglas County have filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a newly enacted law that prohibits gender-affirming care for minors in Kansas. The ACLU of Kansas announced the legal action, which targets Senate Bill 63, enacted earlier this year, that restricts transgender youth under 18 from receiving vital medical treatments. The lawsuit, known as Loe v. Kansas, alleges that this law infringes upon rights guaranteed by the Kansas Constitution, such as equal protection and fundamental rights. The case represents the interests of two adolescents, identified as Ryan, 16, and … Read more

Parent Groups Take Legal Action Against Colorado Officials Over Expanded Transgender Rights in Anti-Discrimination Law

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Parents in Colorado have filed a lawsuit against state officials, challenging a recent expansion of the anti-discrimination law that enhances rights for transgender individuals. The legal action reflects growing tensions surrounding discussions on gender identity within schools and public spaces. The Colorado law, which now prohibits discrimination based on gender identity and expression, has sparked a strong reaction from some parental groups. They argue that the law encroaches on parental rights and undermines the ability to make personal decisions regarding their children’s gender identity. The lawsuit specifically claims that the law may lead to students … Read more

Federal Judge Upholds Legal Challenges in Transgender Sorority Case, Urges Plaintiffs to Stay on Point

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A federal judge has upheld a lawsuit involving a transgender woman and a University of Wyoming sorority, warning attorneys against introducing irrelevant allegations. U.S. District Court Judge Alan B. Johnson addressed concerns over potential stigmatizing claims in court filings by sorority members against Artemis Langford, a transgender student. In 2023, six members of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority initiated legal action alleging that the sorority breached its own bylaws and housing contracts by admitting Langford, following a policy vote. The plaintiffs also included extraneous details pertaining to Langford’s appearance and identity in their 72-page complaint, … Read more