On June 15th, 2020, the United States Supreme Court ruled that federal law protects LGBT individuals from employment discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. The landmark decision is a major victory for LGBT rights and was celebrated by activists and supporters around the country.
The case centered on three separate lawsuits involving individuals who claimed they were fired from their jobs because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. The Supreme Court found that discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity is a form of sex discrimination, which is already prohibited under federal law.
The ruling is expected to have far-reaching implications for LGBT individuals in the workplace and beyond. It sends a powerful message that discrimination against LGBT individuals will not be tolerated, and it sets an important precedent for future legal battles in the fight for LGBT rights.
