In a decisive move on National Girls and Women in Sports Day, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled "No Men in Women's Sports." This action solidifies his campaign pledge to prevent transgender women from participating in women's sports. The signing took place in the White House's East Room, with notable figures like Independent Women's ambassadors Riley Gaines, Payton McNabb, and Paula Scanlan present. Gaines, host of the "Gaines for Girls" podcast, has been a vocal advocate for fairness in women's sports following her experience competing against Lia Thomas in the 2022 NCAA Championships.

Trump emphasized the importance of common sense in sports, stating that "women's sports will be only for women" and declaring "The war on women's sports is over." Mark Trammell, executive director of the Center for American Liberty, praised the executive order as a significant step towards protecting female athletes and restoring fairness. He stressed the need for Congress to enact legislation that codifies these protections.

Prior to the signing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt affirmed that the executive order "upholds the promise of Title IX" and restores common sense to the nation. She criticized the previous administration's approach to gender ideology and urged the Senate to pass the Protection of Women and Girls Sports Act, which would prohibit biological males from competing on girls' school sports teams.

Leavitt emphasized the urgency of Congressional action on this issue, highlighting the president's commitment to making it a priority.

This executive order has sparked significant discussion and debate regarding the inclusion of transgender athletes in sports.