**Title:** West Virginia AG Responds to Harassment Allegations Against Trans Athlete
**Meta Description:** West Virginia Attorney General addresses sexual harassment claims against a transgender athlete involved in a legal case regarding girls’ sports.
**URL Slug:** west-virginia-ag-harassment-allegations-trans-athlete
**Headline:** West Virginia Attorney General Addresses Allegations Against Transgender Athlete in Legal Battle
West Virginia Attorney General John McCuskey has publicly responded to allegations of sexual harassment made against a transgender athlete who is currently suing the state to challenge a law that prohibits biological males from competing in girls’ sports. McCuskey, who is spearheading the state’s legal defense in a case that the U.S. Supreme Court is set to review, spoke at a press conference on Monday, emphasizing the seriousness of harassment against children.
“Any time you think of a child being harassed, it gives you pause as a parent. While this issue isn’t central to our case, harassment of any child in this country is unacceptable. We must all work together to ensure that children are not subjected to harassment in any setting, especially in athletics,” McCuskey stated.
The allegations were brought forth by Adaleia Cross, a student at Bridgeport High School and a former track and field teammate of the transgender athlete during their time at Bridgeport Middle School. Cross’s mother, Abby, recounted to media outlets that during the 2022-23 school year, the transgender athlete allegedly made graphic and vulgar sexual threats to her daughter and other girls in the locker room.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), representing the transgender athlete, has denied the allegations, asserting that both the athlete and her mother refute the claims. “The school district investigated the allegations reported by A.C. and found them to be unsubstantiated. We remain committed to defending the rights of all students under Title IX, including the right to a safe and inclusive learning environment free from harassment and discrimination,” an ACLU statement read.
In response, the Cross family’s attorneys from Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) emphasized the seriousness of the allegations, stating, “Our client has sworn under oath about the events that transpired between her and the male athlete. As a result of this situation, [Cross] had to step away from the sport she loved entirely to protect herself.”
The transgender athlete has personally denied the allegations in a statement to The New York Times, asserting, “I was not raised like that.” Additionally, a letter from the Harrison County School District indicated that an investigation found Cross’s allegations could not be substantiated. The Cross family expressed frustration that no action was taken against the transgender athlete following their report of the alleged harassment.
As this case unfolds, it highlights the ongoing debate surrounding transgender athletes’ participation in sports and the implications for student safety and rights.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What are the allegations against the transgender athlete?**
A: The allegations involve claims of sexual harassment made by a former teammate, stating that the transgender athlete made graphic threats in the girls’ locker room.