Overview
- Aaron Rodgers, speaking on the Joe Rogan Experience, called the inclusion of transgender women in women's sports 'anti-woman' and highlighted perceived biological advantages.
- Rodgers' comments come as President Trump's executive order enforcing 'biological female-only' sports participation faces resistance from several states.
- The U.S. Department of Education is investigating state high school sports leagues for potential Title IX violations, while the Department of Justice pursues lawsuits against Maine and Minnesota.
- A January 2025 New York Times/Ipsos survey revealed that 79% of Americans, including 67% of Democrats, oppose allowing transgender women to compete in women's sports.
- Advocacy groups like the Human Rights Campaign warn that restrictive policies could lead to discrimination and harassment of transgender youth.