Judge tosses Nassau County suit defending ban on trans women playing sports: NY AG–Gothamist

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Charles Lane

A federal judge on Friday tossed out a pre-emptive lawsuit from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who sought to stave off legal action by New York Attorney General Letitia James over his decision banning transgender women from playing sports at county-owned facilities, James’ office said.

“This decision is a tremendous victory for justice and the rule of law, but our work here is not done,” said Alexis Richards, a spokesperson for James. “It’s past time for Nassau County to rescind this order and treat all our communities with the basic respect and dignity they deserve.”

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