A new watchdog report reveals that over 50 school districts in Maine allow minors to hide their gender identity from parents, sparking controversy following President Trump’s “No Men in Women’s Sports” executive order. Parents Defending Education (PDE) found that at least 57 districts have policies excluding parents from knowing if their children identify as another gender, prompting Trump to threaten to cut off federal funding to Maine. Despite the executive order, policies like Portland Public Schools’ still stand, allowing students to dictate disclosure of their transgender status without parental consent.
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China Weighs Up Countermeasures Against Trump’s Trade Tariffs
President Trump is set to impose tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, with China vowing to retaliate, potentially targeting agricultural products. Tariffs are taxes on imported goods paid by businesses, which can lead to higher prices for consumers. China has cracked down on fentanyl production but criticized the U.S. for blaming them. Trump has announced additional tariffs on aluminum, steel, and EU car exports, escalating trade tensions. Full Article
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