Wisconsin&nbsp;Governor Tony Evers on Tuesday (Apr 2) vetoed a bill that if passed would have banned high school transgender athletes from competing on teams that align with their gender identity.

<h2>Reaffirming commitment</h2>

In his veto message,&nbsp;Evers reaffirmed his commitment to protest any legislation "that makes Wisconsin a less safe, less inclusive, and less welcoming place for LGBTQ people and kids."

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Evers said that such legislation harms "LGBTQ Wisconsinites' and kids' mental health, emboldens anti-LGBTQ harassment, bullying, and violence, and threatens the safety and dignity of LGBTQ Wisconsinites, especially our LGBTQ kids."

<h2>Republicans call veto "disgusting"</h2>

Despite Evers' steadfast opposition to the bill since it was introduced, the Republican-controlled Legislature in Wisconsin had managed to pass it as Democrats lacked the votes to stop its passage.&nbsp;

Nonetheless, the governor's veto has become a formidable obstacle, and Republicans lack the necessary votes to override it.

Condemning Evers'&nbsp;decision, Republican Representative Barb Dittrich, who sponsored the bill, called the veto "disgusting" and accused him of holding a "misogynistic and hateful position towards actual females."&nbsp;

He argued that the veto disregarded the achievements.

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"His veto today clearly demonstrates his disrespect for women and girls as well as for protecting their hard-fought achievements," said Dittrich in a statement as reported by CBS News.

<h2>Restrictions the bill would have imposed</h2>

The proposed bill sought to restrict high school athletes to teams that only corresponded with the gender assigned to them at birth.&nbsp;

Supporters of the bill argued it was necessary for fairness among non-transgender athletes. However, opponents contend that the bill perpetuated discrimination and was harmful to transgender youth.

Notably, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association already requires transgender athletes to undergo hormone therapy before participating in sports, aligning with NCAA guidelines.

Across the United States, at least 20 states have approved their versions of a blanket ban on transgender athletes playing on K-12 and collegiate sports teams statewide. To counter such bans, the Biden administration is finalising a proposal that seeks to invalidate such bans, citing violations of Title IX, a landmark gender-equity legislation.

(With inputs from agencies)

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers on Tuesday (Apr 2) vetoed a bill that if passed would have banned high school transgender athletes from competing on teams that align with their gender identity.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers on Tuesday (Apr 2) vetoed a bill that if passed would have banned high school transgender athletes from competing on teams that align with their gender identity. Reaffirming commitment In his veto message, Evers reaffirmed his commitment to protest any legislation "that makes Wisconsin a less safe, less inclusive, and less welcoming place for LGBTQ people and kids." Also read | China's services sector shows accelerated growth in March, Caixin PMI reveals Evers said that such legislation harms "LGBTQ Wisconsinites' and kids' mental health, emboldens anti-LGBTQ harassment, bullying, and violence, and threatens the safety and dignity of LGBTQ Wisconsinites, especially our LGBTQ kids." Republicans call veto "disgusting" Despite Evers' steadfast opposition to the bill since it was introduced, the Republican-controlled Legislature in Wisconsin had managed to pass it as Democrats lacked the votes to stop its passage. Nonetheless, the governor's veto has become a formidable obstacle, and Republicans lack the necessary votes to override it. Condemning Evers' decision, Republican Representative Barb Dittrich, who sponsored the bill, called the veto "disgusting" and accused him of holding a "misogynistic and hateful position towards actual females." He argued that the veto disregarded the achievements. Also read | Biden hosts Muslim leaders in muted Ramadan event amid Israel-Hamas war "His veto today clearly demonstrates his disrespect for women and girls as well as for protecting their hard-fought achievements," said Dittrich in a statement as reported by CBS News. Restrictions the bill would have imposed The proposed bill sought to restrict high school athletes to teams that only corresponded with the gender assigned to them at birth. Supporters of the bill argued it was necessary for fairness among non-transgender athletes. However, opponents contend that the bill perpetuated discrimination and was harmful to transgender youth. Notably, the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association already requires transgender athletes to undergo hormone therapy before participating in sports, aligning with NCAA guidelines. Across the United States, at least 20 states have approved their versions of a blanket ban on transgender athletes playing on K-12 and collegiate sports teams statewide. To counter such bans, the Biden administration is finalising a proposal that seeks to invalidate such bans, citing violations of Title IX, a landmark gender-equity legislation. (With inputs from agencies)

Wisconsin governor blocks bill banning transgender athletes in schools

Wisconsin governor Tony Evers said on Monday that he was sending 125 members of the National Guard to the city to maintain order after police fired tear gas at protesters after a video surfaced showing Jacob Blake, a black man&nbsp;being shot and wounded in the back multiple times by police on Sunday even as his kids watched.

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Curfew was imposed in&nbsp;Kenosha County as the police fired tear gas shells at demonstrators as they threw water bottles and launched fireworks. The protesters chanting "No justice, no peace" and "Say his name -- Jacob Blake" came out on the streets even as the county sheriff pleaded for the protesters to get off the streets.

"We must see the trauma, fear and exhaustion of being black in our state and our country," Wisconsin governor Tony Evers said.&nbsp;

The protests occurred in the aftermath of George Floyd's death in May in Minneapolis after a cop allegedly knelt on his knee strangling him as the video of the incident went viral sparking protests nationwide triggering the "Black Lives Matter" movement.

There were demonstration in New York as well as Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden called for a probe.

"Jacob Blake was shot seven times in the back by police. His kids watched from the car. Today, we woke to grieve yet again. We need a full and transparent investigation," Biden said.

Wisconsin governor Tony Evers said on Monday that he was sending 125 members of the National Guard to the city to maintain order after police fired tear gas at protesters after a video surfaced showing Jacob Blake, a black man being shot and wounded in the back multiple times by police on Sunday even as his kids watched.

Wisconsin governor Tony Evers said on Monday that he was sending 125 members of the National Guard to the city to maintain order after police fired tear gas at protesters after a video surfaced showing Jacob Blake, a black man being shot and wounded in the back multiple times by police on Sunday even as his kids watched. Also Read: Black man shot, injured by US police in Wisconsin; protests break out Curfew was imposed in Kenosha County as the police fired tear gas shells at demonstrators as they threw water bottles and launched fireworks. The protesters chanting "No justice, no peace" and "Say his name -- Jacob Blake" came out on the streets even as the county sheriff pleaded for the protesters to get off the streets. "We must see the trauma, fear and exhaustion of being black in our state and our country," Wisconsin governor Tony Evers said. The protests occurred in the aftermath of George Floyd's death in May in Minneapolis after a cop allegedly knelt on his knee strangling him as the video of the incident went viral sparking protests nationwide triggering the "Black Lives Matter" movement. There were demonstration in New York as well as Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden called for a probe. "Jacob Blake was shot seven times in the back by police. His kids watched from the car. Today, we woke to grieve yet again. We need a full and transparent investigation," Biden said.

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