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Florida Court Orders Trans Teacher to Misgender, Sparks Outrage

7/4/2025

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In a controversial ruling, a federal appeals court in Florida has mandated that trans teacher Katie Wood must misgender herself at work, effectively enforcing the 2023 'Don't Say Gay' law. This decision not only curtails her First Amendment rights but also raises alarms about the future of trans educators in the state, with dissenting judges voicing concerns over free speech implications.

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In a controversial ruling, a federal appeals court in Florida has mandated that trans teacher Katie Wood must misgender herself at work, effectively enforcing the 2023 'Don't Say Gay' law. This decision not only curtails her First Amendment rights but also raises alarms about the future of trans educators in the state, with dissenting judges voicing concerns over free speech implications.