Maine state lawmakers are urging Democrats to repeal the policy allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports to avoid losing federal education funding. President Trump's executive order threatens to cut funds from states that do not comply.
Key Points
Maine state lawmakers fear loss of federal education funding
President Trump's executive order threatens to cut funds from states allowing transgender athletes in women's sports
Calls for Democrats to change transgender sports participation policy
Pros
Protecting the rights of women in sports
Potential to avoid loss of federal education funding
Cons
Controversy and disagreement over transgender athletes in women's sports