Kansas transgender prison employee sues over alleged gender identity harassment
Shelly Lamb said she endured targeted abuse and was moved to a basement closet by the Department of Corrections.
January 27, 2024
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Shelly Lamb said she endured targeted abuse and was moved to a basement closet by the Department of Corrections.
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