Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Passport Policy Affecting Nonbinary Individuals
A federal judge has blocked a Trump administration policy banning the ‘X’ gender marker on passports, siding with the ACLU's challenge.
Subscribe to unlock this story
We really don't like cutting you off, but you've reached your monthly limit. At just $5/month, subscriptions are how we keep this project going. Start your free 7-day trial today!
Get StartedHave an account? Sign in
Overview
A judge partially blocked a Trump administration policy limiting passport gender markers, ruling it violates constitutional protections. The decision supports nonbinary and transgender individuals seeking accurate identification, marking a significant legal victory for LGBTQ rights amidst ongoing debates over gender identity policies.
Report issue
Read both sides in 5 minutes each day
Analysis
- A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's policy barring the use of 'X' markers on passports for nonbinary individuals, siding with the ACLU's stance on accurate identity documentation.
- The judge ruled that the executive order's narrow definition of gender and the implications of the passport policy violate constitutional equal protection rights and lack sufficient governmental justification.
- The ACLU highlighted that the policy could lead to discrimination, harassment, and violence against transgender Americans, indicating a broader struggle for acceptance and rights within the law.
Articles (3)
FAQ
The Trump administration argued that the policy did not violate equal protection guarantees of the Constitution and that the president has broad discretion in setting passport policy. They also claimed that plaintiffs wouldn't be harmed since they were still free to travel abroad[5].
The federal judge ruled that the policy was 'arbitrary and capricious' and 'likely violates the constitutional rights of transgender and nonbinary individuals.' The judge granted a preliminary injunction blocking the policy[1][3].
The decision allows nonbinary individuals to continue using the 'X' gender marker on passports and supports transgender individuals in accurately representing their gender on identification documents, marking a significant victory for LGBTQ rights[3][2].
History
- This story does not have any previous versions.