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Washington Attorney General Recuses from Defense of Female-Only Sports Measure

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has recused himself from defending Initiative 638, a measure prohibiting biological boys from competing in female-only sports. He appointed the law firm Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner to handle the defense due to his prior work on transgender rights. The ACLU of Washington has filed a lawsuit against the measure, claiming it violates the rights of transgender individuals. Critics argue that Brown is shirking his legal duties by stepping aside.

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Washington Attorney General Nick Brown has appointed outside counsel to defend Initiative 638, which prohibits biological boys from competing in female-only sports. This decision follows a lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Washington on behalf of transgender activists. Brown cited his previous work advocating for transgender rights as the reason for his recusal. Critics, including lawyer Glenna Goldis, have accused him of avoiding his legal responsibilities. Brown maintains that his personal views do not dictate the defense of state laws.

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  • Initiative 638 was passed by Washington voters with a 12-point margin.
  • The ACLU of Washington filed a lawsuit against the measure.
  • Nick Brown appointed Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner to handle the defense.
  • Brown stated his personal views do not influence legal defenses.
  • The measure prohibits biological boys from competing in female-only sports.
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Pro-transgender Washington attorney general recuses himself from defending female-only sports ballot measure

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Washington Attorney General Recuses from Defense of Female-Only Sports Measure