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Stefanik Demands Probe of School Board's Transgender Policy

4/22/2025

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Rep. Elise Stefanik is calling for a federal probe into the Saratoga Springs City Board of Education, accusing them of defying President Trump’s executive order against transgender athletes in girls' sports. By endorsing transgender rights, the board risks losing $3 million in federal funding, as Stefanik argues this move violates Title IX and federal law.

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Rep. Elise Stefanik is calling for a federal probe into the Saratoga Springs City Board of Education, accusing them of defying President Trump’s executive order against transgender athletes in girls' sports. By endorsing transgender rights, the board risks losing $3 million in federal funding, as Stefanik argues this move violates Title IX and federal law.