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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit; Massapequa Appeals Mascot Ban

12/10/2025

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A judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging a state ban on indigenous mascots, prompting the Massapequa Board of Education to appeal.
The non-profit NAGA supports the Chiefs' name and partners with the district to promote indigenous education.
NAGA has until December 29 to submit an amended complaint.
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly advocated preserving the Chiefs name.
Secretary of Education Linda McMahon emphasized the administration's commitment to Massapequa.

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A judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging a state ban on indigenous mascots, prompting the Massapequa Board of Education to appeal.
The non-profit NAGA supports the Chiefs' name and partners with the district to promote indigenous education.
NAGA has until December 29 to submit an amended complaint.
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly advocated preserving the Chiefs name.
Secretary of Education Linda McMahon emphasized the administration's commitment to Massapequa.