President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Wednesday banning men from competing in women’s sports. This issue gained attention during his 2024 campaign, where he criticized Kamala Harris’ support for trans rights. Many voiced concerns about biological men taking opportunities from women, citing a UN report on nearly 900 medals lost by female athletes.
Trump’s order follows the overturning of Biden’s attempt to expand Title IX to protect transgender students. Trump has previously issued orders limiting gender care for minors and banning gender-neutral passport markers. The debate over transgender athletes intensified after Lia Thomas’ NCAA Division 1 win in 2022. Legal challenges to Trump’s directive are expected.
