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The rights of transgender and gay students are protected at school by Title IX, President Joe Biden's administration said Wednesday, reversing GOP-authored guidance that said those students were not protected by any federal laws.
The announcement from the Department of Education comes not only during Pride Month, but also during a national debate over whether transgender athletes should be allowed to compete in sports that match their gender identities. Such debates have prompted a wave of anti-trans legislation from GOP-led state legislatures.
“Today, the Department makes clear that all students – including LGBTQ+ students –deserve the opportunity to learn and thrive in schools that are free from discrimination,” Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said in a statement.
Finally some great news!