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Lia Thomas isn't allowed to compete in Olympic events or elite women's races 'for the time being'

Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has lost her discrimination lawsuit against World Aquatics.

Think transgender women have an advantage in sports? A new study disputes the idea

The U.K. study, while using a small sample, cautions against blanket bans on trans women's participation in women's sports.

Small-college association bans all transgender women from women's sports

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics' new policy will go into effect with the 2024-2025 school year.

USA Boxing issues strict rules on trans inclusion, but conservatives still complain

The organization will require genital surgery and monitoring of testosterone levels.

NCAA Caves, Will 'Reluctantly' Consider N.C. for Games

The National Collegiate Athletic Association says the half-hearted repeal of House Bill 2 convinced them to reconsider North Carolina as the site for future championship games.

New NCAA Policy on Trans Athletes Raises Concerns

The group will now let each sport's governing body set standards for trans inclusion, but some fear this will create a confusing patchwork of policies.

Meet First Out Trans Swimmer on a U.S. College Men's Team

Harvard freshman Schulyer Bailar is making waves competing against other swimmers who share his gender identity.

Nikki Haley Calls Trans Inclusion in Sports 'Attack on Women's Rights'

The former governor and ambassador joins the right-wing chorus of alarmist rhetoric on trans female athletes.

Lia Thomas Makes History as First Trans NCAA Division I Champ

Thomas won the 500-yard freestyle at the NCAA women's national competition in Atlanta Thursday night.

South Dakota Gov. Signs Orders Banning Trans Girls in School Sports

Gov. Kristi Noem's action comes after she sought changes to anti-trans legislation, drawing criticism from the right, and some now say she's trying to save face with conservatives.

HRC Slams New NCAA Constitution for Lacking Nondiscrimination Policy

The document makes a general statement about diversity, equity, and inclusion but doesn't specifically address discrimination.

Florida House Passes Trans-Exclusionary Sports Bill, Sends to Senate

Florida is advancing the bill amid threats of repercussions from the NCAA.

Anti-Trans Sports Bills Sent to Governors in Arkansas, Tennessee

It's not certain whether the bills will be signed into law, but both governors are anti-trans Republicans.

Genital Exams Could Be Required Under Ohio Anti-Trans Sports Bill

What's more, the legislation is being promoted as a "women's rights" measure by lawmakers with terrible records on women's rights.

Tom Daley Is 'Furious' Over International Swimming's Trans Ban

"Anyone that's told they can't compete or can't do something they love just because of who they are, it's not on," the Olympic champ said.

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem Proposes New Anti-Trans Sports Bill

Noem issued trans-exclusionary executive orders after vetoing earlier legislation, and she says her new bill will avoid the problems of the previous one.

NCAA LGBTQ+ Group: End the Attacks on Transgender Athletes

States must withdraw legislation seeking to exclude trans athletes from school sports, says an open letter from the NCAA Division III LGBTQ OneTeam Program and Working Group.

Kansas Gov. Vetoes Anti-Trans Sports Bill, 'Parents' Rights' Measure

It's the second consecutive year that Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly has vetoed a trans-exclusionary sports till.

Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, and more urge NCAA to stand up for trans inclusion

They and hundreds of others have signed on to a pro-inclusion letter.