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By Steve Straub / February 7, 2025
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California state officials have announced they will continue allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ sports, defying a recent executive order by President Donald Trump aimed at restricting such participation.
Key Facts:
The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) declared it will uphold state laws permitting athletes to compete based on gender identity.
President Trump recently signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women’s and girls’ sports at the federal level.
California Family Council’s Sophia Lorey criticized the CIF’s stance, calling it “disgusting” and unfair to female athletes.
A state law, AB 1266, has been in place since 2014, allowing students to participate in sports and use facilities based on gender identity.
The NCAA recently adjusted its policy to ban biological males from competing in women’s sports, aligning with Trump’s order.
California Assembly Member Kate Sanchez plans to introduce legislation banning transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports.
Several California schools have faced controversy and legal challenges over transgender athletes competing against biological females.
The Rest of The Story:
California’s decision to maintain its existing policy on transgender athletes puts the state in direct opposition to the Trump administration’s efforts to restrict biological males from competing in girls’ sports.
Under AB 1266, California students have been allowed to participate in sex-segregated programs, including sports, based on their gender identity for over a decade.
The move has sparked sharp criticism from conservative groups and advocates for women’s sports.
Sophia Lorey of the California Family Council stated that CIF’s refusal to comply with Trump’s order prioritizes an ideological agenda over fairness and safety for female athletes.
She accused the CIF of “stripping young women of opportunities guaranteed under Title IX.”
Legal and political battles over the issue are already underway in the state.
Assembly Member Kate Sanchez has announced plans to introduce a bill called the Protect Girls’ Sports Act, which aims to ban transgender athletes from competing in female categories.
Meanwhile, local school districts have faced increasing pushback, with some parents and students taking legal action to challenge current policies.
Despite national momentum toward banning transgender athletes from competing in female divisions—including recent moves by the NCAA—California appears determined to stand firm.
This sets the stage for a potential legal showdown between the state and the federal government.
Commentary:
California’s decision to defy federal law should come with serious consequences.
If California insists on breaking the law, then President Trump should immediately cut all federal funding to the state.
The federal government cannot allow states to operate as rogue entities, especially when it comes to ensuring fairness in women’s sports.
Beyond the legal issues, what California is doing is morally reprehensible.
The state is forcing young women to compete against biological males, stripping them of opportunities, scholarships, and even safety in sports like wrestling and track.
This is not equality—it is an attack on female athletes.
California’s radical policies are setting a dangerous precedent, not just for sports, but for the broader fight against woke ideology.
Parents and lawmakers must take a stand before this insanity spreads to other states.
Trump’s executive order is a necessary step, but enforcement will be key.
If California refuses to comply, federal funding should be withheld until they come to their senses.
The Bottom Line:
California’s decision to uphold transgender athlete participation in girls’ sports puts it on a collision course with the Trump administration.
While some argue it ensures inclusivity, critics see it as unfair and potentially dangerous for female athletes.
With new legislation pending and lawsuits brewing, this debate is far from over.