A federal judge expanded an injunction against the Trump administration's directive restricting passport gender markers to only 'M' or 'F'. The ruling, by Judge Julia Kobick, blocks discrimination against trans and non-binary individuals. The American Civil Liberties Union represented plaintiffs affirming their right to accurate identification. The class action status granted by Kobick ensures protection for all affected gender identities. The decision was termed a critical victory, while the White House criticized it as a disruption of existing policies.
The Trump administration's directive to prevent the use of 'X' gender markers on passports was blocked by a federal judge due to discrimination against transgender individuals.
US District Judge Julia Kobick's ruling protects trans and non-binary individuals from discriminatory practices regarding passport gender markers, affirming their right to accurate identification.
Kobick emphasized the necessity of class action status for affected individuals, highlighting the widespread impact of the government's actions on diverse gender identities.
The ACLU deemed the ruling a critical victory for equal justice, while the White House criticized the judge's decision as an obstruction of the administration's policies.
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