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Published
March 28, 2025

Trump administration targets Maine again, this time on transgender policy in schools

Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said the U.S. Department of Education, which Trump wants to abolish, is investigating whether dozens of Maine school districts are violating or misusing federal privacy laws and infringing on parents’ rights.
Published
March 27, 2025

Maine officials refuse to sign Trump agreement on transgender athletes

The Maine Principals' Association and Greely High School said it would violate Maine law for them to sign the agreement requiring the barring of transgender athletes.
Published
March 23, 2025

Cumberland-North Yarmouth parents, students hold rally supporting trans students

The district gained national attention after an on-camera clash between Gov. Mills and President Trump over a Greely student's win at a girls track meet.
Published
March 19, 2025

In second investigation, Trump again finds Maine in violation of Title IX over transgender policy

Meanwhile, the Maine Principals' Association has challenged the Trump administration's findings from a separate federal investigation into the body's rules regarding transgender athletes.
Published
March 18, 2025

Waterville city councilor resigns abruptly, citing health issues exacerbated by Trump election

Rien Finch, a Democrat who represented Ward 6, cited recent physical and mental health challenges, worsened by overwork and having a president who says transgender people do not exist.

Published
March 17, 2025

White House giving Maine 10 days to comply with transgender ruling

The federal DHHS says the state is in violation of Title IX and must accept a proposed resolution, which includes returning federal funding and retraining staff, or risk referral to the Justice Department 'for appropriate action.'
Published
March 16, 2025

Maine under attack? Trump-Mills clash is followed by chaos and confusion

The president singled out Maine's governor in a Feb. 21 meeting at the White House; she replied, 'See you in court.' Some national observers say Maine is feeling the consequences.
Published
March 11, 2025

Laurel Libby sues Maine House speaker after being censured over social media post

The Auburn Republican is arguing that her constitutional rights have been violated after Democrats voted to bar her from voting and speaking on the House floor.
Published
March 11, 2025

RSU 21 letter addresses importance of federal funds

In a letter to the Maine congressional delegation, the school district urges lawmakers to protect federal funding for students in need.
Published
March 10, 2025

Advocates concerned but confident Maine laws will protect trans youth

As questions over sports and health care for transgender people roil Maine and the nation, advocates say Maine’s protections remain strong.

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