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Maryland State Police investigate offensive challenge coin

Maryland State Police are investigating the circulation of a vulgar “challenge coin” — often given to high-performing members of organizations — within the ranks.

It’s not the first time the coins have come under scrutiny, and WTOP News partner NBC Washington reports some African American troopers say this coin is directed at them.

See the report below.

Experts, advocates: LGBTQ+ students ‘collateral damage’ in education debates, controversy

By Ivy Lyons
Since Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced the 2022 Model Policies for Virginia schools that are intended to require students to use locker rooms and programs that match their assigned sex, rather than their gender identity, controversial conversations have continued to impact day-to-day educational experiences. Those policies require parental permission to change names and genders noted on school records — issues that have made some Virginia students concerned for their privacy and safety.
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