Federal judge on LGBTQ
Federal judge on LGBTQ

Federal judge on LGBTQ

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A federal judge in Alabama has upheld the Biden administration's new anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ students, rejecting arguments from four Republican-led states that sought to block the regulations. U.S. District Judge Annemarie Axon ruled that the Department of Education's guidelines, which extend Title IX protections to gender identity, are reasonable and supported by legal precedent. This decision contrasts with six other judges who have issued injunctions against the enforcement of these rules in 21 states, creating significant legal uncertainty as the regulations are set to take effect. The Biden administration has faced substantial pushback from 26 states attempting to block the rules, which also prohibit harassment such as misgendering. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court has affirmed the rights of a school district in Ohio to enforce a trans-inclusive anti-bullying policy, further highlighting the ongoing legal and cultural battles over LGBTQ+ rights in education. As the academic year approaches, the enforcement of these protections remains complex due to existing court challenges.

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