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Justice Department Sues Minnesota Over Transgender Sports Participation

4/2/2026

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Trump's DOJ Lawsuit

The U.S. Department of Justice, under U.S. President Donald Trump, filed a lawsuit against Minnesota to prohibit transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports under Title IX.
The department argues that allowing transgender girls to compete in girls’ sports undermines female athletes and invades private spaces.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison criticized the lawsuit as a publicity stunt, amid ongoing federal threats to cut funding.

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Trump's Antitrust Push

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has intensified concerns about antitrust enforcement, especially toward Big Tech.
State attorneys general are seen as crucial for aggressive antitrust action, with some continuing litigation against Live Nation.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser emphasizes state-level enforcement as a check on federal inaction.
DOJ officials, including acting antitrust chief Omeed Assefi, defend their approach and accountability.

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Trump's DOJ Lawsuit

The U.S. Department of Justice, under U.S. President Donald Trump, filed a lawsuit against Minnesota to prohibit transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports under Title IX.
The department argues that allowing transgender girls to compete in girls’ sports undermines female athletes and invades private spaces.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison criticized the lawsuit as a publicity stunt, amid ongoing federal threats to cut funding.

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