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New York Court Halts Nassau's Transgender Sports Ban

10/9/2025

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A New York state appeals court temporarily halted Nassau County's ban on transgender women in female sports.
The challenge was brought by the Long Island Roller Rebels and supported by the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU).
A lower court previously upheld the ban as narrowly tailored. The NYCLU plans to appeal. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman defends the measure.

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Story summary

A New York state appeals court temporarily halted Nassau County's ban on transgender women in female sports.
The challenge was brought by the Long Island Roller Rebels and supported by the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU).
A lower court previously upheld the ban as narrowly tailored. The NYCLU plans to appeal. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman defends the measure.