California Governor Gavin Newsom has challenged his party’s stance on transgender athletes, calling it “deeply unfair” for transgender women to compete in women’s sports. Speaking on his new podcast, This Is Gavin Newsom, he argued that fairness in competition must be considered alongside inclusivity.
Newsom’s comments mark a shift from his long-standing support for LGBTQ+ rights, drawing criticism from advocacy groups. Equality California expressed disappointment, while Republican lawmakers welcomed his remarks, urging him to support legislation restricting transgender participation in female sports.
His stance has sparked debate on how to balance fairness in athletics with transgender rights.
