A federal appeals court has upheld earlier rulings striking down the Biden administration’s policy aimed at preventing sex discrimination against LGBTQ+ students, solidifying legal challenges to the protections. The decision marks a significant setback for advocates seeking federal safeguards under Title IX, which prohibits sex-based discrimination in education. Courts had previously ruled that the administration overstepped its authority in expanding protections to include gender identity and sexual orientation. The ruling leaves the future of these protections uncertain as legal battles continue.
The move formalizes court decisions that had already blocked the Biden administration's anti-sex discrimination rule protecting LGBTQ+ students.
