An LGBTQ student group has filed a lawsuit against Texas A&M University over its recently adopted resolution banning drag shows on public campuses.

The Texas A&M Queer Empowerment Council sued the members of its board of regents of the Texas A&M University System in U.S. district court on Wednesday arguing a recently passed resolution violates the student’s First Amendment Rights.

Last week, the Texas A&M University System officially banned drag performances at all 11 of the state’s campuses following a universally passed board of regents resolution that stated drag shows are “inconsistent with [the system’s] mission and core values, including the value of respect for others,” adding that they are “likely to create or contribute to a hostile environment for women.”

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