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Riley Gaines-Simone Biles feud inspired Oregon girls to sue their state over trans athlete laws

Fox NewsWednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:52:56 AM
Riley Gaines-Simone Biles feud inspired Oregon girls to sue their state over trans athlete laws
Two Oregon high school athletes, Maddie Eischen and Sophia Carpenter, are suing their state over policies allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports. The teens say they were inspired by the public debate between swimmer Riley Gaines and gymnast Simone Biles about fairness in competition. Their lawsuit comes after they chose to forfeit a track event rather than compete against a transgender athlete.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another legal battle—it’s part of a growing national fight over who gets to compete in women’s sports. These girls are putting their names on a lawsuit because they feel the rules put them at a disadvantage. Whether you agree with them or not, their case could ripple through other states dealing with the same debate.
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