Idaho AG says states without trans athlete bans will see "further litigation" after SCOTUS ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court has affirmed states' rights to prohibit transgender athletes from participating in women's and girls' sports. Following this decision, Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador indicated that states lacking such bans can anticipate further legal challenges.

Labrador, whose state has already implemented a ban on transgender athletes in women's sports, appeared on "The Takeout" to elaborate on the implications of the ruling. The decision empowers states to enact and enforce their own policies regarding transgender participation in sports, potentially leading to increased legal battles in states that do not have similar restrictions.

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The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that states can ban transgender athletes from competing in girls' and women's sports.

The ruling addresses a contentious issue, with proponents arguing it protects fair competition for cisgender women and girls, while opponents contend it is discriminatory against transgender individuals. Labrador's comments suggest a proactive stance from states with bans, signaling a readiness to defend their legislation and potentially challenge those that do not align with their policies.

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Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador, whose state has such a ban in place, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.