Governor Janet Mills of Maine emerged as a leader within her party after challenging President Trump's executive order banning transgender athletes from women’s sports. During a meeting with bipartisan governors, she asserted, 'See you in court.' Following her defiance, the U.S. Department of Education initiated an investigation into Maine's education practices, threatening federal funding. Mills highlighted that the issue transcends athletics, framing it as a battle over presidential authority versus the rule of law, underscoring her historic role as Maine's first female governor and her long-standing political commitments.
Ms. Mills explained that resisting Trump's order is crucial for civil rights, stating, 'This is about whether a president can force compliance with his will, without regard for the rule of law.'
Education Department's Craig Trainor warned, 'Maine would lose federal funds if it did not comply,' emphasizing the administration's stance on civil rights violations.
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