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California Court Ruling Threatens Trans Student Privacy, Sparks Appeal

12/27/2025

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U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez in California ruled that teachers may disclose the gender identity of trans students.
He sided with two Christian teachers who argued the district’s anti-outing policy violated their religious beliefs.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said the ruling could cause irreparable harm to students.
The state plans to appeal, arguing the ruling misapplies the law and threatens LGBTQ+ student safety.

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U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez in California ruled that teachers may disclose the gender identity of trans students.
He sided with two Christian teachers who argued the district’s anti-outing policy violated their religious beliefs.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta said the ruling could cause irreparable harm to students.
The state plans to appeal, arguing the ruling misapplies the law and threatens LGBTQ+ student safety.