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Transgender Soldier Sues Trump Over Restroom Policy

12/3/2025

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LeAnne Withrow, a former Illinois National Guard soldier, filed a class-action lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump's administration over a transgender restroom policy.
The suit argues the policy violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Withrow came out as transgender in 2016 and advocates for human dignity.
She continues in the State Family Programs Office, supporting service members and their families.
She is optimistic about the lawsuit's outcome.

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Story summary

LeAnne Withrow, a former Illinois National Guard soldier, filed a class-action lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump's administration over a transgender restroom policy.
The suit argues the policy violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Withrow came out as transgender in 2016 and advocates for human dignity.
She continues in the State Family Programs Office, supporting service members and their families.
She is optimistic about the lawsuit's outcome.