UPenn bans biological men; female athletes celebrate

UPenn has banned biological men from women's sports, a move celebrated by former teammates of transgender swimmer Lia Thomas, who expressed relief and validation. The decision followed a federal investigation and pressure from the Trump administration, addressing concerns about fairness and locker room dynamics. Teammates reported discomfort and altered behavior due to sharing facilities with Thomas, a biological male. The reversal included stripping Thomas of titles and apologizing to female athletes. The school's initial handling of the situation allegedly involved pressure to remain silent, sparking legal action from some teammates.