A federal judge has intervened in a Wisconsin school district's attempt to implement a policy requiring students to use restrooms corresponding to their sex assigned at birth. The ruling comes after a lawsuit filed on behalf of an 11-year-old transgender student who has identified as female since the age of three.

The student, who has reportedly used the girls' restroom without issue since first grade, faced increased bullying after parents raised concerns and formed a Facebook group about the situation. The lawsuit argues that the district's policy violates Title IX protections. The judge's decision temporarily blocks the policy, citing potential "irreparable harm" to the student if forced to comply while the case is ongoing.

The Mukwonago Area School District's policy, passed last month, mandated restroom usage based on assigned sex at birth, with allowances for case-by-case exceptions. However, Judge Lynn Adelman of the Eastern District sided with the student's family, referencing a similar case in Kenosha where a transgender student successfully sued a school district over discriminatory bathroom policies.

The district superintendent, while acknowledging the court's decision, has stated the intention to continue defending the policy, citing concerns for student safety, privacy, and well-being. The lawsuit, filed by a Washington, D.C.-based law firm, seeks a permanent injunction against the policy.

This case highlights the ongoing legal battles surrounding transgender rights and school policies, with the judge's decision marking a significant development in the fight for inclusive school environments.