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Lawsuit by the Yosemite ranger fired after hanging a giant transgender flag is dismissed

The judge said the former ranger must first use the federal civil service process after the 66-foot flag display led to a firing.

  • A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit by a former Yosemite National Park ranger fired for displaying a large transgender pride flag over a main park road.
  • Judge Jennifer Thurston ruled that Shannon 'SJ' Joslin, a nonbinary ex-employee, must follow the Civil Service Reform Act's procedures.
  • Joslin was a probationary employee at the time of termination and has filed a complaint with the Office of Special Counsel.
  • The lawsuit claimed constitutional violations including free speech rights, while the termination cited unacceptable conduct related to the flag display.
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Lawsuit by the Yosemite ranger fired after hanging a giant transgender flag is dismissed

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit by a former Yosemite National Park ranger who was fired after flying a giant transgender pride flag in the park.

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Los Angeles Times broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
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