Overview

• Hundreds gathered in Augusta for the 'March Against Mills,' opposing Maine Governor Janet Mills' stance on transgender athletes in women's sports.
• Governor Mills' refusal to comply with President Trump's executive order on transgender athletes has prompted federal Title IX investigations in Maine.
• A petition to recall Governor Mills has garnered over 22,000 signatures, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction among her critics.
• A separate protest in Portland criticized Trump administration policies, including data privacy concerns and the Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk.
• Tensions flared in Augusta, with verbal altercations and one physical incident, while the Portland demonstration remained peaceful and focused on equity and democracy.