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Justice Department Sues Maine Over Transgender Sports Inclusion

4/17/2025

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Justice Department Action

The Justice Department has taken legal action against Maine's Department of Education, alleging discrimination by allowing transgender athletes in women's sports. Governor Janet Mills defends state laws supporting trans inclusion, while the tension heightened after President Trump threatened to cut federal funding unless she adhered to his executive order.

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Turner Advocates Ban

Women’s fencer Stephanie Turner, 31, is taking a stand after receiving a 12-month probation for refusing to compete against transgender athlete Redmond Sullivan. Committed to her cause, she plans to advocate for a ban on trans athletes in women's sports and will testify before Congress on May 7. Meanwhile, USA Fencing faces scrutiny for possible Title IX violations.

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Justice Department Action

The Justice Department has taken legal action against Maine's Department of Education, alleging discrimination by allowing transgender athletes in women's sports. Governor Janet Mills defends state laws supporting trans inclusion, while the tension heightened after President Trump threatened to cut federal funding unless she adhered to his executive order.

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