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Trump Signs Order Banning Transgender Athletes from Women's Competitions

NewsBox
6 February 2025, 1:55
Trump Signs Order Banning Transgender Athletes from Women's Competitions
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U.S. President Donald Trump has officially signed an order banning transgender athletes from competing in women's categories at sporting events, reports NewsBox.

The directive applies to school, university, and amateur tournaments across the nation.

"With this order, the attack on women’s sports is over," stated Trump while signing the document surrounded by prominent female athletes.

Besides prohibiting participation in women's competitions, the new order also includes denying visas to transgender athletes who wish to compete in the U.S., writes BBC Russian.

Trump's decision has ignited considerable public debate. Supporters argue that this step is aimed at protecting women's sports, while critics label the directive as discriminatory. It is anticipated that the order will face legal challenges and opposition from human rights organizations.

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