Summary
A Virginia TSA officer has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security, claiming sex discrimination due to a policy that prevents transgender officers from performing certain security duties. This policy aligns with a directive under President Donald Trump that acknowledges only two unchangeable sexes. The lawsuit argues that the policy negatively affects transgender officers' job functions and career advancement.
Key Facts
- A transgender TSA officer in Virginia is suing, alleging sex discrimination.
- The lawsuit targets a policy that prevents transgender officers from conducting pat-downs.
- This policy results from a directive under President Donald Trump, stating there are two unchangeable sexes.
- Until February, TSA officers could perform duties consistent with their gender identity.
- The complaint claims the policy disrupts job functions and advancement for transgender officers.
- TSA's current policy is that male officers conduct pat-downs on male passengers and female officers on female passengers.
- The lawsuit highlights broader reports of workplace discrimination against transgender federal employees.
- TSA's workforce is under strain due to a government shutdown, with agents working without pay.
