Trump Targets California in Title IX Lawsuit, Oregon Teens Fight Trans Athlete Laws
Sarah Johnson
July 10, 2025
Brief
Trump administration sues California over Title IX violations, while Oregon teens challenge transgender athlete laws. Caitlin Clark’s return falters, and Cooper Flagg supports Texas flood victims.
The Trump administration is gearing up to throw a legal haymaker at California’s Department of Education and Interscholastic Federation, accusing them of flouting Title IX rules. The U.S. Department of Education has already flagged California for non-compliance, and now the gloves are off in this battle over fair play in sports.
In Oregon, a group of teens is taking their state to court, stirred by the Riley Gaines-Simone Biles spat over transgender athletes in girls’ sports. These young women are fighting for what they see as fairness, inspired by a debate that’s as heated as a summer pennant race.
Meanwhile, Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-Calif.) stepped into the ring with some choice words on the Title IX clash, telling WTFNewsRoom that California’s policies are stirring a national hornet’s nest. The debate over transgender participation in sports is no longer just a West Coast scuffle—it’s a full-on cultural cage match.
On the hardwood, Caitlin Clark’s return to the Indiana Fever was less than a slam dunk. After an injury layoff, she managed just 10 points in a blowout loss to the Golden State Valkyries. Tough night, but Clark’s still a captain for the WNBA All-Star game, alongside Lynx star Napheesa Collier. Her decision to skip drafting Angel Reese raised eyebrows—talk about a draft drama that could rival a reality TV showdown.
In a sobering twist, Olympic legend Mary Lou Retton’s DUI mugshot from a May arrest surfaced this week. Retton, who pleaded no contest to a non-aggravated DUI charge, faced a fine but no further spotlight on her legal tumble.
Off the field, Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow shared the gut-punch of his Ohio home being burglarized during a December NFL game. The invasion left him rattled, putting big purchases on hold as he processes the violation of his personal space.
In Texas, NBA rookie Cooper Flagg sent heartfelt support to communities reeling from deadly floods, proving he’s got heart beyond the court. Speaking of Flagg, his NBA Summer League debut against Bronny James is driving ticket prices to a hefty $223 a pop—fans are betting big on this rookie showdown.
Finally, Washington’s NFL team is bringing back its retro ‘Super Bowl Era’ uniforms for 2025, a nod to their 80s and 90s glory days. The old helmet logo, though? Still benched, like a backup QB on game day.
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Editor's Comments
California and Trump are duking it out over Title IX like it’s a heavyweight bout, but the real knockout punch? Oregon teens channeling Riley Gaines’ fire to take on their state. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark’s All-Star snub of Angel Reese is spicier than a halftime chili cook-off, and poor Joe Burrow’s home got sacked harder than he does on Sundays. As for Washington’s retro uniforms, they’re bringing back the 80s vibe—minus the helmet logo, because apparently, nostalgia only goes so far.
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