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UCLA Leaders Defy Trump’s Anti-Trans Demands, Seek Equality

8/11/2025

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UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk and UC President James B. Milliken have boldly stood against the Trump administration's demands to restrict transgender rights in sports and healthcare. With Governor Gavin Newsom backing their stance, they challenge the growing pressure on universities to adopt anti-trans policies, as legal reviews continue to unfold in this critical fight for equality.

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UCLA Chancellor Julio Frenk and UC President James B. Milliken have boldly stood against the Trump administration's demands to restrict transgender rights in sports and healthcare. With Governor Gavin Newsom backing their stance, they challenge the growing pressure on universities to adopt anti-trans policies, as legal reviews continue to unfold in this critical fight for equality.