During an appearance on ‘Fox & Friends,’ Pam Bondi said Maine is not following the Trump administration’s priorities — an apparent reference to an executive order limiting transgender rights.
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Maine sues Trump administration in 1st case involving Title IX dispute
The lawsuit, filed Monday by Attorney General Aaron Frey, challenges the USDA decision to halt federal funds because Maine allows transgender athletes to compete in girls sports.
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Trump administration issues ‘final warning’ to Maine over transgender policy
Republican lawmakers urged Gov. Janet Mills and Democrats to fast-track legislation to comply with President Donald Trump’s demands.
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DHHS refers Maine to Justice Department for enforcement regarding ‘noncompliance with Title IX’
The action comes a day after state officials refused to sign a proposed agreement to stop allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ high school sports.
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Maine under attack? Trump-Mills clash is followed by chaos and confusion
The president singled out Maine’s governor in a Feb. 21 meeting at the White House; she replied, ‘See you in court.’ Some national observers say Maine is feeling the consequences.
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Health and Human Services reiterates threats of pulling Maine’s funding over Title IX
Two days after being asked about the findings of a DHHS investigation into Maine, a spokesperson echoes language President Donald Trump used in his executive order banning transgender women from women’s sports.
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Trump administration finds Maine in violation of Title IX over transgender policy
The decision, dated Feb. 25, came just days after the administration announced its investigation and does not appear to be based on conversations with state officials.