A significant legal blow has been dealt to former President Donald Trump’s controversial executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and transgender rights. U.S. District Judge Jon Tigar in California issued a preliminary injunction on June 9th, effectively halting key provisions of these orders.

The judge’s ruling sided with LGBT advocacy groups and other non-profit organizations who argued that the executive orders violated constitutional rights. Specifically, Judge Tigar blocked three crucial elements: the “equity termination provision,” the “gender termination provision,” and the “gender promotion provision.” These provisions aimed to cut federal funding for programs perceived as supporting DEI initiatives or promoting what the orders termed “gender ideology.”

This decision represents a major victory for those advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusive practices within federally funded programs. The implications of this preliminary injunction are far-reaching, potentially impacting numerous programs and initiatives across the country. The legal battle is far from over, however, as further court challenges are anticipated.