Trump Signs Decree Banning Transgender Athletes from Women's Sports

The executive order threatens federal funding for schools and organizations that allow transgender women to compete in female sports categories.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on February 5, 2025, barring transgender athletes from competing in women's sports categories.
The decree includes provisions to cut federal funding for schools and organizations that permit transgender women to join female sports teams.
The NCAA announced its compliance with the order, banning transgender women from women's competitions while allowing limited participation in training sessions.
Trump's administration plans to deny visas to transgender athletes seeking to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, effectively barring them from participation.
The move is part of broader actions by Trump targeting transgender rights, including restrictions on military service and gender transition procedures for minors.