Supreme Court Urges Trans Athlete's Lawyer to Define What Constitutes a Female Competitor
The US Supreme Court has pressed a lawyer representing a trans woman athlete who challenged a policy requiring her to compete on women's teams, demanding a definition of what constitutes a 'girl.' The court is seeking clarification on the issue in a case that has sparked debate over transgender rights and sports policies.
The Supreme Court has pressed the lawyer of a trans female athlete who is challenging a policy requiring athletes to compete according to their sex assigned at birth, prompting questions about what defines 'girl' in sports contexts. The lawyer refused to provide a clear definition, sparking debate among court watchers and sparking concerns that it may hinder the case's progress. The case has implications for transgender rights and equality in sports policies nationwide. The Supreme Court is expected to release more information on its next steps soon.
