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Supreme Court Allows Transgender Student to Use Preferred Bathroom in South Carolina

Updated: 9/12/2025

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The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to block a lower court ruling that permits a transgender student in South Carolina to use the school bathroom of her choice. This decision comes amid ongoing litigation regarding state laws governing bathroom access for transgender individuals.

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  • Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to block a lower court ruling that permits a transgender student in South Carolina to use the school bathroom of her choice.
  • This decision comes amid ongoing litigation regarding state laws governing bathroom access for transgender individuals.

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