Staff Reports
This week, Townhall reported on the Biden administration’s changes to Title IX, a federal law that protects against discrimination in schools. The new rules expand the definition of “sex” to include “gender identity,” allowing individuals to participate in activities and use facilities that align with their chosen gender identity. Many Americans are upset, believing this change erases the rights of women. Some states have also refused to follow the new regulations.
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In response to the Biden administration’s actions, several states, organizations, athletes, parents, and college students have filed a lawsuit. The lawsuit argues that the updated law would grant males access to facilities designated for females and impose speech codes promoting gender ideology. It also criticizes the regulations for limiting the due process rights of students accused of harassment.
Nicki Neily, president of Parents Defending Education, expressed strong opposition to the new rules, calling them unconstitutional and immoral. She emphasized the importance of upholding free speech rights and protecting children from being influenced by a minority of activists.
On the other hand, Miguel Cardona, Biden’s education secretary, defended the changes, stating that they strengthen protections against sex discrimination, including harassment, and expand safeguards against discrimination based on pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
Overall, the Biden administration’s revisions to Title IX have sparked controversy and legal action, with critics arguing that the changes undermine traditional values and parental rights in education.
