In a controversial decision, a California school board has voted to ban transgender athletes from competing in girls' sports. The move comes amid a lawsuit against the state and former President Trump's support for the ban.

The decision has already had real-world consequences, as a California high school girls' volleyball team recently forfeited a match against a team with a transgender athlete. This incident has sparked outrage among women's volleyball activists who argue that all athletes should be allowed to compete regardless of their gender identity.

The debate over transgender athletes in sports has been a hotly contested issue in recent years, with advocates on both sides passionately defending their positions. Supporters of the ban argue that transgender athletes have an unfair advantage over cisgender athletes, while opponents argue that transgender individuals should be allowed to compete in sports in accordance with their gender identity.

As the lawsuit against the state moves forward, it remains to be seen how this decision will impact transgender athletes in California and beyond.