The DOJ demanded California’s public school districts certify that they do not allow transgender athletes to compete in girls’ sports, escalating a Title IX fight.

The Justice Department warned California school districts that they will face legal trouble if they don't bar trans athletes from competition.

The letter from Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, who heads the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, says the rule by the California Interscholastic Federation, which governs student sports in the state, is in violation of the 14th Amendment, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

CIF announced a compromise, allowing two more athletes to compete if the student made the finals. If she makes the podium, the next finisher will receive the same medal.

Transgender athlete AB Hernandez was unflustered amid controversy and protests over her participation in girls sports. Under revised rules for the championship, she shared two first-place medals and a second-place medal with cisgender competitors.

Steve Hilton calls for repeal of a law on transgender athletes if elected California governor. Discover his stance and plans.

Calofrinia Attorney General Rob Bonta characterized a proposed ballot as restricting the rights of transgender youth.