Supreme Court Rules on Trans Athletes | Charleston News

Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

The Supreme Court upheld West Virginia’s ban on transgender girls competing in girls’ sports, sending the case back for lower court clarification. Becky Pepper-Jackson, a transgender athlete and state shot put champion, continues competing despite the legal battle, with her mother crediting sports for her daughter’s confidence and belonging. West Virginia’s Attorney General hailed the ruling as clarifying fairness for cisgender girls, while Justice Sotomayor dissented, urging deeper scientific review of transgender girls who haven’t undergone male puberty and are on gender-affirming care…