Gavin Newsom Splits With Democrats on Transgender Athletes: ‘It’s Deeply Unfair’

Gov. Gavin Newsom of California, known for his support of L.G.B.T.Q. causes, made controversial comments on transgender athletes in women’s sports during a podcast with right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk. Newsom, who has presidential ambitions, criticized Democrats’ strategy and expressed agreement with Kirk on the unfairness of transgender women competing in women’s sports. His remarks have received backlash from fellow Democrats and L.G.B.T.Q. advocacy groups, who view his stance as a departure from his usual support for the community and a misguided political move.

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