Judge Dismisses Unequal Pay Claim By U.S. Women's National Soccer Team

The US Women's national soccer team filed a lawsuit against the US Soccer Federation, claiming unequal pay compared to the men's team, citing violations of the Equal Pay Act and the Civil Rights Act. A District Judge dismissed the Equal Pay Act claim but allowed the Civil Rights Act allegations to proceed. The ruling highlighted that the women's team earned more overall but played more games. The plaintiffs expressed disappointment and plan to appeal, emphasizing their commitment to gender equality in sports.

What were the two main legal grounds for the US Women's national soccer team's lawsuit?

• Sports Equity Act and Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Title IX and Fair Labor Standards Act

• Equal Pay Act and Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Gender Equality Act and Labor Rights Act

What was the outcome of the District Judge's ruling regarding the Equal Pay Act claim?

• The claim was dismissed

• The claim was partially upheld

• The claim was upheld

• The claim was deferred

How did the women's team earnings compare to the men's team from 2015 to 2019?

• The women's team earned less per game

• The men's team earned more in total

• The women's team earned more in total

• Both teams earned the same amount

What was the reaction of the women's team to the District Judge's decision?

• They accepted the decision

• They were indifferent

• They were shocked and disappointed

• They celebrated the decision

What is the next step for the women's team following the District Judge's ruling?

• They plan to file a new lawsuit

• They plan to negotiate a settlement

• They plan to appeal the ruling

• They plan to drop the case