During a school board meeting in Maine’s capital, Augusta, three activists stripped down to their underwear to protest the district’s policy allowing trans athletes to compete in women’s sports. The demonstration, led by local activist Nick Blanchard, aimed to highlight the discomfort girls reportedly feel in locker rooms under the current rules. As the activists disrobed, Blanchard told board members, "You feel uncomfortable? Because that’s what these young girls feel like when a boy walks into the locker room and starts unchanging in front of them." The stunt drew mixed reactions from board members, with some visibly upset, others averting their gaze, and a few appearing unbothered. Blanchard emphasised that Augusta should set an example for the state, stressing the need to protect girls’ privacy and comfort. Reportedly, despite the protest, the Augusta school board voted to uphold its policy in accordance with the Maine Human Rights Act, which allows students to participate on teams that match their gender identity. ‘End of War on Women’s Sports’: Surrounded by Young Female Fans, US President Donald Trump Signs Order Banning Participation of Transgender Athletes in Women’s Sports (Watch Video).

Activists Strip at School Board Over Trans Athlete Policy in Maine

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