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Caitlyn Jenner Supports Trump’s Executive Order Banning Transgender Athletes in Women’s Sports

On February 5, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” which prohibits transgender women from participating in female sports categories. The order directs federal agencies, including the Department of Justice, to interpret Title IX rules as excluding transgender girls and women from female sports teams. Schools that allow transgender women to compete in women’s sports now risk losing federal funding.

During the announcement, Trump stated, “We will defend the proud tradition of female athletes. From now on, women’s sports will be only for women. The war on women’s sports is over.”

Caitlyn Jenner’s Response

Caitlyn Jenner, a transgender woman and former Olympic decathlete, publicly supported the executive order, saying:

"Another victory in the fight for protecting women’s sports! President Trump signs an Executive Order keeping biological men out of women’s sports! As an Olympian, I will continue to fight this issue, lobbying sport governing bodies all over the world to follow our lead!”

Jenner’s stance has sparked controversy, with many of her X (formerly Twitter) followers expressing confusion and criticism. Some argue that her position contradicts her advocacy for transgender rights, while others praise her for prioritizing competitive fairness in women’s sports.

Background: Caitlyn Jenner’s Athletic Legacy

Before her transition, Caitlyn Jenner was known as Bruce Jenner, one of the greatest athletes of the 20th century. Jenner won the gold medal in the decathlon at the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games, setting a world record with 8,618 points. This achievement earned her the title of “world’s greatest athlete.”

In 2015, Jenner publicly came out as transgender and announced her transition, becoming one of the most high-profile transgender figures in the world. She has since been an active voice in debates surrounding transgender rights, politics, and sports policies.

The Ongoing Debate

Jenner’s support for Trump’s executive order reflects her long-held stance on maintaining competitive fairness in women’s sports. However, this issue remains divisive, with both supporters and critics debating whether such policies promote fairness or discrimination.

As sports governing bodies and policymakers continue to grapple with transgender inclusion in athletics, Caitlyn Jenner’s influence in shaping the conversation remains significant. Her latest statement reaffirms her belief that sports competition should be separated by biological sex, a viewpoint that continues to generate widespread discussion.