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Supreme Court upholds bans on transgender athletes participating in women and girls' sports
By Nina Totenberg | NPR at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 30, 2026
· 2 min read
The U.S. Supreme Court(Andrew Harnik / Getty Images)
The Supreme Court once again leaped into the culture wars on Tuesday, ruling that states may ban transgender girls from participating in sports at publicly funded schools.
Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who has long coached his daughters' and other ...
Key takeaway Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who has long coached his daughters' and other girls' basketball teams at school, wrote the court's majority opinion.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
In Los Angeles , where schools have long been a hub for diversity and inclusivity, the Supreme Court's decision to uphold bans on transgender athletes participating in women and girls' sports may have significant implications for local students. The Los Angeles Unified School District, one of the largest in the country, has a sizable population of transgender students who may be affected by this ruling. As the district navigates the complexities of implementing this decision, it will be crucial to consider the potential impact on these students' access to athletic opportunities and their overall sense of belonging in their school communities. The decision may also spark renewed debate among local educators, parents, and community leaders about how to balance competing interests and ensure that all students have equal opportunities to participate in sports and other activities.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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The Supreme Court once again leaped into the culture wars on Tuesday, ruling that states may ban transgender girls from participating in sports at publicly funded schools.
Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who has long coached his daughters' and other ...
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