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NewsConference: Gavin Newsom sets firestorm controversy on transgender athletes

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NewsConferenceMarch 9, 2025 9:47 am

NewsConference: Gavin Newsom sets firestorm controversy on transgender athletes

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is under fire following the rollout of his new podcast, which included conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In it, the two discus transgender athletes participating in female sports, which Newsom said was an “issue of fairness.” NBC4’s Conan Nolan talks with Chair of the Legislative LGBTQ Caucus Rep. Chris Ward (D-San Diego).

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