Loudoun school board meeting erupts over critical race theory and transgender content, two arrests made

The Loudoun County school board meeting over critical race theory and transgender content in the classroom led to two arrests and the postponement of further discussions.

The Tuesday night meeting, which included more than 300 spectators, featured debates on critical race theory and transgender students, though the latter was cut short.

Chairwoman Brenda Sheridan repeatedly warned the crowd not to interrupt, but she called a five-minute recess because of a crowd disruption less than five minutes after beginning the public comment section of the meeting. 

Former state Sen. Dick Black addressed the board and shared his negative reviews of their actions, which elicited more chants.

A board member offered a motion to end the public comment section, which was unanimously approved, though observers then chanted, “Shame on you.” 

Superintendent Scott Ziegler urged deputies to clear the spectators out of the board room, but many refused to leave.

A physical altercation ensued and two people were arrested. One of them was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest, while the other was accused of trespassing and received a summons, according to ABC7. 

The school board will reconvene on these matters Aug. 10.