Trump admin sues Maine over transgender sports policies

April 16, 2025, 8:21 am

The Trump administration has initiated legal proceedings against Maine over its policy permitting transgender girls to participate in girls’ sports. Officials argue that the state’s decision undermines federal norms and could set a precedent affecting how gender is addressed in school athletics. The legal action challenges the local policy and raises important questions about the balance of power between state decisions and federal oversight concerning transgender rights in sports.

nationalpost.com / Trump administration sues Maine over athletes in girls sports

Suit follows weeks of feuding between the White House and Democratic Gov. Janet Mills, including her remark: 'We'll see you in court'

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The U.S. Justice Department said it will file a lawsuit against Maine over a state anti-discrimination law that allows transgender athletes to participate in girls’ and women’s sports. The move is part of a broad attack President Donald Trump’s government is waging against transgender women...

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