The judge ruled the district's decision to place the teacher on leave as 'an unconstitutional action … which has silenced others from speaking publicly on the issue.'
He said the policy would go against his religious beliefs and he was"speaking out of love for those who are suffering from gender dysphoria," citing a "60 Minutes" episode that featured a segment about young people who identified as transgender individuals, then changed their minds.Cross said at the meeting
Cross was placed on paid administrative leave two days after the board meeting. On June 1, he sued the district, saying its actions violated his First Amendment rights to free speech and exercise of religion. After his hearing on Friday, a small crowd gathered in support of Cross' reinstatement.
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