Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) has filed a motion to defend Washington's Initiative 638, which bans biologically male students from competing in female sports, against a lawsuit from the ACLU. The motion, filed on November 13, requests permission for Female Athletes United to join the case as a defendant, arguing that the state cannot adequately represent female athletes' interests. The initiative is scheduled to take effect on December 3, 2026. The lawsuit claims the initiative violates the state constitution by excluding transgender girls and imposing verification requirements.
Key facts
- ADF filed a motion on November 13 to support Initiative 638.
- The initiative prohibits biologically male students from competing in female sports.
- The lawsuit is backed by the ACLU and includes various plaintiffs.
- Washington Attorney General Nick Brown appointed an outside law firm for defense.
- The initiative is set to take effect on December 3, 2026.
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