The battle over girls' sports is moving from ballot boxes to courtrooms as the years-long national debate has gotten a new wrinkle this month.

Democrats are turning Election Day victories for the "save women's sports" movement into fresh fights to reject the will of American voters.

Voters in four states approved measures restricting transgender participation in school sports this month, but Democratic leaders in Washington and Colorado are either backing court challenges or considering changes to what voters passed.

JACKSON THOMPSON: WASHINGTON STATE DEMOCRATIC PARTY CALLS GIRLS' SPORTS INITIATIVE UNCONSTITUTIONAL

The results highlight a divide between approval at the ballot box and acceptance among political leaders, even as some officials and athletic administrators commit to following the new laws.

Washington: Democrats back court challenges

Washington’s Initiative 638 passed with roughly 56% support.…