Liberty University filed a reply brief to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in the case involving Ellenor Zinski, a transgender woman and former LU employee who is accusing the university of violating federal law in her termination.

Liberty Counsel, a Christian ministry and law firm representing the university, said in a news release Tuesday it is arguing LU has an absolute right to employ people who abide by its doctrinal statement as a Christian employer.

“This case has attracted national attention, judged by the amicus briefs submitted to the court,” the release said. “Multiple colleges, universities and faith-based institutions, including legal scholars, have filed briefs in support of Liberty University. On the other hand, 19 Democrat-controlled states and the District of Columbia

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