Minnesota Supreme Court Hears Transgender Powerlifter's Discrimination Case

JayCee Cooper argues USA Powerlifting's policies violate Minnesota Human Rights Act; organization cites fairness concerns in women's competitions.

Transgender powerlifter JayCee Cooper sued USA Powerlifting in 2021 after being barred from competing in the women's division, citing the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
A district court initially ruled in Cooper's favor, mandating the organization to cease discriminatory practices, but the decision was partially overturned by the Minnesota Court of Appeals earlier this year.
USA Powerlifting argues that its policy is based on ensuring fair competition, citing physical advantages for transgender women in strength-based sports.
Cooper's legal team claims the policy discriminates against transgender women broadly and perpetuates harmful stereotypes about physical capabilities.
The Minnesota Supreme Court has taken the case under advisement, with a decision expected to have significant implications for sports and anti-discrimination law in the state.