Biden Proposes New Title IX Transgender Student Athlete Rules; Faces Backlash from Supporters and Critics Alike

The Biden administration has proposed new Title IX regulations affirming transgender students' right to participate in school sports, but the rules allow schools discretion to ban trans athletes in some cases.
The proposal aims to prohibit schools from issuing blanket bans on trans athletes but permits restrictions based on factors like level of competition or risk of injury.
Supporters argue the rules do not go far enough in protecting trans students from discrimination, while critics say they undermine fairness in women's sports.
At least 16 states have passed laws banning trans girls and women from female sports teams, and the proposed federal rule is likely to face legal challenges.
The policy applies to K-12 schools and colleges and universities that receive federal funding and aims to balance transgender rights and athletic fairness.