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A conservative school board in Washington state is turning to the federal government for help after being pressured to adopt a state policy on gender inclusivity in schools. The Mead School Board claims that this state mandate contradicts federal directives, placing them in a precarious legal situation.
The challenge arose when the Mead School Board sent letters to both the Department of Education and the Department of Justice, requesting federal intervention regarding the statewide Gender-Inclusive Schools policy 3211. This policy prohibits discrimination based on gender identity, aligning with Washington law.
Legal Dilemma for the Mead School Board
In their letters, the board expressed concerns about the Washington State Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction’s directive, which requires them to revise their gender identity policy. The board argues that compliance with this directive would violate President Donald Trump’s executive orders concerning gender ideology and the protection of women’s sports.
The board described their situation as
