Ohio Governor Enacts Transgender Bathroom Restrictions in Schools

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a bill prohibiting transgender students from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity in public and private schools, despite opposition from Democrats and civil rights groups. The "Protect All Students Act" mandates separate facilities based on gender assigned at birth, with no enforcement mechanism. This move aligns with a broader national trend among Republican-led states to restrict transgender rights, including bans on gender-affirming care and participation in sports.