Federal judge dismisses lawsuit over transgender athletes in California school sports

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Trump administration that challenged California's policy allowing transgender youth to participate in sports teams that align with their gender identity. This ruling represents a setback for the Department of Justice, which had sought to compel California to prohibit transgender girls from competing in women's sports. The lawsuit was part of a year-long effort by the justice department, which included public statements from former President Trump targeting specific transgender athletes.