Maine Governor Mills confronts Trump over transgender sports order

During a recent meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump confronted Maine Governor Janet Mills over her refusal to enforce his executive order banning transgender women and girls from competing in sports. Trump threatened to withhold federal funding from Maine, stating that compliance was mandatory, while Mills asserted that her administration would follow state and federal law, vowing to take legal action if funding was cut. The exchange escalated into a heated argument, with Trump warning Mills to 'enjoy your life after governor' due to the political repercussions of her stance. This confrontation reflects the ongoing national debate over transgender rights in sports and the Trump administration's push for compliance among states. Critics view Trump's executive order as a violation of the rights of transgender individuals, while supporters argue it restores fairness in women's sports. Mills and the Maine Attorney General have both stated their commitment to defending state laws against federal overreach.