Overview

• In a July 28 NPR interview, Pete Buttigieg said policy on transgender athletes should begin with compassion for individuals and families.
• He argued that sports leagues and school boards—not federal politicians—should set eligibility rules for transgender competitors.
• He said parents who express concerns about fairness when facing a transgender girl in girls’ sports have valid points.
• His remarks directly challenge President Trump’s executive orders banning transgender girls and women from female teams.
• The Supreme Court will hear two major cases on transgender athlete bans next term, with decisions expected by next summer.