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DOJ Sues Loudoun Schools Over Locker Room Policy Dispute

12/9/2025

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The U.S. Department of Justice sued Loudoun County School Board for allowing a biologically female student to use the boys' locker room and punishing protesting boys.
The lawsuit argues the policy violates the equal protection rights of religious students.
The Loudoun County School Board had previously voted to maintain its gender policy despite federal pressure.
Governor Glenn Youngkin asked the Virginia Attorney General to investigate retaliation against students opposing the policy.

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The U.S. Department of Justice sued Loudoun County School Board for allowing a biologically female student to use the boys' locker room and punishing protesting boys.
The lawsuit argues the policy violates the equal protection rights of religious students.
The Loudoun County School Board had previously voted to maintain its gender policy despite federal pressure.
Governor Glenn Youngkin asked the Virginia Attorney General to investigate retaliation against students opposing the policy.