Lawsuit Filed Against Transgender Middle School Athlete Becky Pepper-Jackson by Parents of Opposing Students

The controversy surrounding 13-year-old trans girl Becky Pepper-Jackson continues as parents representing several middle schoolers have filed a lawsuit in a Harrison County, W.V. circuit court. The lawsuit stems from a protest against Pepper-Jackson competing in a county championship meet last month, which resulted in five student-athletes being held out of the championships as disciplinary action.

West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has shown support for the protests and has even drafted an amicus brief in support of the parents, citing violations of the student-athletes’ First Amendment Rights and due process. The lawsuit raises questions about the constitutional right to protest and the implications for future athletic competitions.

Despite the controversy, Pepper-Jackson has been affirmed as a girl in every facet of her life and state law. The situation has also become political, as Morrisey is in the midst of a tight race for the Republican nomination for governor.

As the legal battle continues, the focus remains on Pepper-Jackson and the impact this case may have on transgender athletes in the future. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.