Payam Javan: Former President Donald Trump has pledged to reverse the Biden administration’s expansion of Title IX protections for transgender students if he wins the election in November.

President Biden’s move to include sexual orientation and gender identity under Title IX has sparked controversy and lawsuits. Trump, who opposes what he sees as overreach, vows to undo these changes on his first day in office.

The debate reflects broader divides on transgender issues, with conservatives advocating for parental authority and caution regarding medical interventions, while some on the left support gender-affirming care laws. Despite claims of mental health benefits, evidence is lacking, with concerns raised about the long-term effects of medical interventions like puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones.