Joshua Block

Rule Changes

Arguing both cases for the challengers

The Supreme Court heard over three hours of oral arguments on January 13, 2026, in two cases that will determine whether states can bar transgender students from competing on sports teams matching their gender identity. During the proceedings, the Court's conservative majority signaled strong support for upholding state restrictions, though several justices appeared wary of issuing an overly broad ruling. The cases—Little v. Hecox from Idaho and West Virginia v. B.P.J.—challenge laws under both Title IX and the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause.

Updated Jan 13