Supreme Court Lets States Decide on Trans Athletes | Portland News

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

The Supreme Court just handed down a major ruling letting states decide whether to ban transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports — a decision that’s already igniting debate nationwide. While states like Oregon and Washington keep inclusive policies intact, the ruling opens the door for bans without forcing them. Advocacy groups are pushing back, emphasizing that existing rules can stay unless changed. Oregon’s school sports association is now reviewing the decision with state education officials to determine next steps. The White House and Oregon senators are weighing in, reflecting…