Maine Governor Janet Mills Challenges Trump Over Transgender Athlete Policy

In a public exchange, Mills defied Trump's executive order, emphasizing adherence to state laws and the rule of law over presidential directives.

During a National Governors Association meeting, President Trump confronted Governor Janet Mills over Maine's non-compliance with his executive order banning transgender women from participating in women's sports.
Mills responded firmly, stating she would comply with state and federal law, prompting Trump to threaten the withdrawal of federal funding for Maine.
The exchange escalated when Mills replied, 'See you in court,' marking a significant moment of defiance against the administration's policy on transgender athletes.
Following the confrontation, federal agencies launched investigations into Maine's compliance with Title IX, as Trump seeks to enforce his directive aggressively.
Mills framed the issue as a broader battle over presidential overreach, asserting that no president can coerce compliance without regard for constitutional and legal boundaries.