California Governor Gavin Newsom has faced growing backlash over his administration’s decision to allow a biological male athlete to compete in girls’ state championships in long jump and track and field. Jennifer Sey, founder of XX-XY Athletics, criticized the situation on ‘Fox & Friends’ and highlighted Newsom’s previous comments on the issue. Sey pointed out that Newsom claimed fairness was an issue but took no action to address it. The athlete, from Jurupa Valley High School, has already won regional titles, setting the stage for potential state championships.
The controversy has sparked a national debate on the intersection of sports, gender, and policy. Trump, former President of the United States, has threatened to cut federal funding to California if the CIF allows the athlete to participate in the state championship. Sey lamented the situation, noting that the second-place finisher, Kaylee Best, was unable to win the titles. She argued that the athlete has a male advantage and should not be allowed to compete in girls’ sports.
The CIF has faced further scrutiny due to its handling of protests against the athlete’s participation. Officials were allegedly forced to remove shirts that read ‘Protect Girls Sports’ at the Southern Sectional prelims on May 10. This incident added to the controversy and raised questions about the organization’s stance on gender issues in sports. Newsom’s comments on the issue have also been under scrutiny, with critics saying his response to the situation has been inconsistent.
Newsom has previously spoken about the topic of transgender participation in girls’ sports, but his current approach has been criticized for not taking a definitive stand. The debate over the athlete’s eligibility continues to dominate discussions on sports policy and gender inclusion, with both conservative and liberal voices weighing in on the issue.