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Maine Governor Slams Trump’s Threats Over Transgender Funding Cuts

4/14/2025

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Maine Governor Janet Mills fiercely condemned President Trump's threats to slash federal funding over transgender athlete policies, likening a USDA letter on food assistance to a ransom note. She passionately argued that these funding cuts are irrational and would harm 172,000 school children, underscoring the urgent need for fair treatment and support.

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Maine Governor Janet Mills fiercely condemned President Trump's threats to slash federal funding over transgender athlete policies, likening a USDA letter on food assistance to a ransom note. She passionately argued that these funding cuts are irrational and would harm 172,000 school children, underscoring the urgent need for fair treatment and support.