A federal judge ruled that trans veteran Diane Schroer is entitled to the maximum compensation for the discrimination she suffered after the Library of Congress denied her a job, according to an ACLU press release. The court awarded Schroer a total of $491,190, including $300,000 for emotional pain and suffering. “I served our country because I believed in an America that is committed to ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to have a meaningful life. That belief was shaken when I was told I wasn’t worthy to do what I trained my entire life to do because I happen to be transgender,” said Schroer. “Today’s decision restores my faith in our democracy.