Supreme Court to Consider West Virginia’s Trans Athlete Law. It Applies to One Girl.
The New York Times••general
Key Points:
- Becky Pepper-Jackson, a transgender girl from West Virginia, sued the state at age 11 over a law barring transgender girls from participating in girls' sports teams.
- Over four years, her eligibility to compete on the school track team was repeatedly challenged as courts alternately blocked and reinstated the law.
- Now 15 and a skilled shot-putter and discus thrower, her ability to compete in her final two years of high school will be decided by the Supreme Court.
- Supporters of the law argue it aims to maintain fair competition for female athletes, while Ms. Pepper-Jackson emphasizes her desire simply to play with her friends.
