Fetterman says he is ‘ally’ of transgender athletes after vote on Senate bill

Published March 4, 2025 2:03am ET



Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) said he is an ally of transgender athletes on Monday after a vote in the Senate on proposed legislation that would prevent transgender women from competing in women’s sports. 

The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act failed to obtain more than the 60 votes necessary to avoid a Senate filibuster.

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