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Most Americans support transgender health care and sports bans - yet they oppose discrimination

A majority of Americans support restrictions on transgender sports and health care, yet they also favor anti-discrimination protections for trans individuals.

As Wyoming slides further to the right, legislators double down on trans bills

Wyoming lawmakers are intensifying efforts to restrict transgender rights despite minimal representation of trans athletes.

US news

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$175 Million Paused for University of Pennsylvania Over Transgender Policy

The Trump administration is suspending $175 million in funding to the University of Pennsylvania over policies on transgender athletes.

fromAxios

Newsom's comments on trans athletes gets muted rebuke from Democrats

Trans athletes' participation in women's sports is seen as unfair by some, but decisions should be made locally, not federally.

fromBoston.com

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Trump administration sues Maine over participation of transgender athletes in girls sports

The Trump administration is suing Maine for allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports, escalating political tensions over education and federal compliance.

Left-wing politics

Newsom becomes most prominent Democrat to buck the party and echo majority public opinion on trans athletes

Gavin Newsom's comments reflect a significant shift in Democratic views on transgender participation in sports, driven by public opinion.

US politics

Most Americans support transgender health care and sports bans - yet they oppose discrimination

A majority of Americans support restrictions on transgender sports and health care, yet they also favor anti-discrimination protections for trans individuals.

As Wyoming slides further to the right, legislators double down on trans bills

Wyoming lawmakers are intensifying efforts to restrict transgender rights despite minimal representation of trans athletes.

US news

fromwww.nytimes.com

$175 Million Paused for University of Pennsylvania Over Transgender Policy

The Trump administration is suspending $175 million in funding to the University of Pennsylvania over policies on transgender athletes.

fromAxios

Newsom's comments on trans athletes gets muted rebuke from Democrats

Trans athletes' participation in women's sports is seen as unfair by some, but decisions should be made locally, not federally.

fromBoston.com

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Trump administration sues Maine over participation of transgender athletes in girls sports

The Trump administration is suing Maine for allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports, escalating political tensions over education and federal compliance.

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NYC politics

New Jersey athletic association to keep policy on trans athletes

New Jersey school sports agency stands firm on trans athlete policy amid federal pressure.

SF LGBT

Trump administration suspends $175 million in federal funding for Penn over transgender swimmer

The Trump administration suspended $175 million in federal funding for the University of Pennsylvania due to a transgender athlete's participation in its swimming program.

NCAA adjusts transgender policy after Trump ban

NCAA now restricts women’s sports to athletes assigned female at birth following Trump’s executive order.

NCAA bars transgender athletes from competing in women's college sports

NCAA's new policy restricts women's sports to athletes assigned female at birth, following Trump's executive order aimed at limiting transgender participation.

Education

Penn, SJSU under scrutiny over trans athletes

The Trump administration is investigating civil rights violations regarding transgender athletes competing in women's sports at certain universities and leagues.

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6 months ago

LGBT

Donald Trump promises to 'just ban' transgender people from participating in sports if he's reelected

Trump aims to ban transgender athletes from sports if reelected, citing safety and fairness concerns.

NYC politics

New Jersey athletic association to keep policy on trans athletes

New Jersey school sports agency stands firm on trans athlete policy amid federal pressure.

SF LGBT

Trump administration suspends $175 million in federal funding for Penn over transgender swimmer

The Trump administration suspended $175 million in federal funding for the University of Pennsylvania due to a transgender athlete's participation in its swimming program.

NCAA adjusts transgender policy after Trump ban

NCAA now restricts women’s sports to athletes assigned female at birth following Trump’s executive order.

NCAA bars transgender athletes from competing in women's college sports

NCAA's new policy restricts women's sports to athletes assigned female at birth, following Trump's executive order aimed at limiting transgender participation.

Education

Penn, SJSU under scrutiny over trans athletes

The Trump administration is investigating civil rights violations regarding transgender athletes competing in women's sports at certain universities and leagues.

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6 months ago

LGBT

Donald Trump promises to 'just ban' transgender people from participating in sports if he's reelected

Trump aims to ban transgender athletes from sports if reelected, citing safety and fairness concerns.

Trump Demands Apology From Maine Gov. Janet Mills for Defending Trans Women

Trump demands apology from Maine Gov. Mills over comments on trans women in sports, signaling ongoing tension and potential retaliation.

SF politics

The DOGE Fencing Hearing Reveals The Latest In Anti-Trans Grift | Defector

Stephanie Turner was disqualified from a fencing tournament for refusing to compete against a transgender woman, igniting significant controversy.

US politics

fromTruthout

Trump Demands Apology From Maine Gov. Janet Mills for Defending Trans Women

Trump demands apology from Maine Gov. Mills over comments on trans women in sports, signaling ongoing tension and potential retaliation.

SF politics

The DOGE Fencing Hearing Reveals The Latest In Anti-Trans Grift | Defector

Stephanie Turner was disqualified from a fencing tournament for refusing to compete against a transgender woman, igniting significant controversy.

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Women in technology

WTA announces paid maternity leave for players

The WTA introduces groundbreaking maternity leave policies for pregnant players, ensuring 12 months of paid leave and supporting new parents with fertility treatment grants.

Germany politics

fromwww.dw.com

Germany's DFB expects great deal from new government DW 02/19/2025

The DFB seeks federal support for enhancing football infrastructure and promotion in schools, despite limited federal jurisdiction.

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Germany politics

What Germany's election means for sports and an Olympic bid DW 02/16/2025

Political parties in Germany are focusing on sports in their election manifestos despite major issues ahead of the February 23 elections.

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LGBT

Charlie Baker And The NCAA Roll Over For Donald Trump | Defector

Trump's executive order targets trans athletes in women’s sports by misinterpreting Title IX, threatening schools with funding cuts.

Miscellaneous

Dept. of Education revokes guidance on Title IX and athlete pay

Title IX does not govern NIL deals, allowing schools to distribute payments based on revenue-generating sports rather than gender.

LGBT

Charlie Baker And The NCAA Roll Over For Donald Trump | Defector

Trump's executive order targets trans athletes in women’s sports by misinterpreting Title IX, threatening schools with funding cuts.

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Miscellaneous

Dept. of Education revokes guidance on Title IX and athlete pay

Title IX does not govern NIL deals, allowing schools to distribute payments based on revenue-generating sports rather than gender.

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