Title IX Investigation of Republican School Board Member in Frederick County, Maryland
Republican school board member in Frederick County, Maryland under investigation for criticizing transgender-affirming policy, citing First Amendment rights. Legal group accuses board of unconstitutional retaliation. Policy up for review in May amid push to reexamine transgender policies at state and federal levels.
Key Points
- Republican school board member Colt Black criticized Board Policy 443 for compelling speech and violating First Amendment rights
- Legal group Alliance Defending Freedom accused the board of unconstitutional retaliation against Black
- Policy up for review in May with a push to reexamine transgender policies
Pros
- Exercising First Amendment rights
- Push for reexamination of transgender policies at state and federal levels
Cons
- Under investigation for comments criticizing transgender-affirming policy