Gavin Newsom Labels Trans Athletes in Women’s Sports as 'Deeply Unfair' in Podcast Debut
The California governor acknowledges fairness concerns while emphasizing the need for compassion toward transgender individuals during a discussion with Charlie Kirk.
- Gavin Newsom stated that allowing transgender athletes to compete in women’s sports is 'deeply unfair' during the first episode of his podcast, 'This Is Gavin Newsom.'
- The California governor agreed with conservative commentator Charlie Kirk on the fairness issue but emphasized the importance of addressing the mental health challenges faced by transgender individuals with compassion.
- Newsom admitted that Democrats are struggling politically on this issue, describing it as an '80/20 issue' where public opinion largely opposes trans athletes in women’s sports.
- He highlighted that the current policy allowing transgender athletes in California was established before his governorship, dating back to a 2014 law.
- Despite agreeing on fairness concerns, Newsom underscored his longstanding advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and called for a balanced approach that respects both fairness in sports and the dignity of vulnerable communities.
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