Judge dismisses US challenge to California transgender sports policy
A federal judge has dismissed the Trump administration’s lawsuit challenging California’s policy allowing transgender girls to compete on school sports teams matching their gender identity. The ruling prevents the Justice Department from forcing the state to impose a ban through this case. The Guardian feed does not provide the judge’s reasoning or any appeal plans.
Why it matters
The decision preserves California’s policy and marks a significant court setback for the administration’s restrictions.
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Part of the September 2, 2026 brief.