Booker Statement on Trump Reversal of Transgender Student Protections 

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) today issued the following statement on President Trump’s decision to revoke federal guidance protecting the rights of transgender students:

“The Trump administration has again undermined a cherished and fundamental American value — equal justice under law. By withdrawing critical anti-discrimination guidance that protects transgender students, the very federal agencies charged with protecting the rights of all children have instead threatened the rights and liberties of students and made school environments less safe. History shows us that protecting students from discrimination can’t fall solely on the shoulders of courageous teachers and loving parents — the federal government must safeguard the civil rights of all children.  President Trump has just undermined these safeguards, and our children will suffer for it. I will do everything in my power to stand with and stand up for the rights of all of our students.”

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