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The US Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) has banned transgender women from competing in women's sports, citing President Trump's executive order. This decision, announced quietly online and confirmed in a letter to national governing bodies, requires them to comply. The USOPC stated it's obligated to adhere to federal mandates ensuring fair competition. The National Women's Law Center criticized the move, arguing it prioritizes politics over athlete well-being. Several national governing bodies are now adjusting their policies, mirroring a similar shift by the NCAA. The decision follows a national debate and state-level legislation restricting transgender women's participation in sports.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.