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Maine risks federal funding cut over transgender sports defiance

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  • Trump's order targets transgender athletes in girls' sports
  • Maine defies order risking federal funding cut
  • States resist compliance with the executive order
  • Maine Principals' Association prioritizes state law over order
  • Education Department investigates non-compliant organizations
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  • Two transgender athletes in New Hampshire, Parker Tirrell and Iris Turmelle, filed a lawsuit challenging the state law banning them from competing against girls, leading to a federal judge adding the Trump administration to the case.
  • Parents of the trans athletes protested by wearing wristbands with "XX" to symbolize female chromosomes, resulting in alleged bans from school grounds, highlighting the contentious nature of the issue.
  • New Hampshire was already among the 25 states with laws enforcing bans on transgender inclusion in sports, but the federal judge's ruling allowed Tirrell and Turmelle to continue competing on girls' teams despite the state law.
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  • The Maine Principals' Association (MPA) stands firm on determining athletic eligibility based on a student's stated gender identity, defying the president's executive order.
  • MPA's decision reflects a commitment to upholding state law protecting human rights, prioritizing inclusivity and equality in sports participation.
  • By aligning with the Maine Human Rights Act, MPA sets a precedent for other states in navigating the conflict between federal directives and local legislation regarding transgender athletes.
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