“Big slap in the face”: Carolina Panthers under fire after trans cheerleader claims she was axed for her identity

Justine Lindsay, the NFL’s first openly transgender cheerleader, claims she was cut from the Carolina Panthers’ TopCats due to her gender identity, not performance. Her dismissal highlights concerns about silent bias in professional sports and sparks a conversation about true inclusivity. Lindsay expressed love for the organization but felt wronged, underscoring the complex nature of discrimination.