A judge is set to hear arguments Thursday in the case of a Black Texas teen accusing his school district of violating the state's CROWN Act

A judge is set to hear arguments Thursday in the case of a Black Texas teen accusing his school district of violating the state's CROWN Act by punishing him for his hairstyle. The CROWN Act, which took effect in September, prohibits race-based hair discrimination and bars employers and schools from penalizing people because of hair texture or protective hairstyles. #CROWNAct #hairstyle #Texas Start your day with "Morning in America," NewsNation's live three-hour national morning newscast hosted by Markie Martin. Weekdays starting at 6a/5C. #MorningInAmerica NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all America.