The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against Maine's education department for non-compliance with federal guidelines prohibiting transgender athletes from participating in girls' sports. This legal action follows an escalation of tensions between the Republican administration and Democratic Governor Janet Mills, which included threats to cut federal funding. Attorney General Pam Bondi stated that this issue is a priority for the Trump administration, which aims to uphold a stricter definition of sex in federal law and is prepared to take similar action against other states.
In escalating tensions between the Trump administration and Maine, the Justice Department is suing for compliance on a federal directive banning transgender athletes in girls' sports.
The lawsuit against Maine’s education department emphasizes the administration’s stance on gender and competitive sports, marking a key issue in Trump’s 2024 campaign.
Collection
[
|
...
]