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    NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani defends BDS support amid Israel controversy
    Democratic socialist mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani doubled down on his support for the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement against Israel and refused to say the country has a right to exist as a Jewish state.Mamdani stayed firm in his support for the Palestinian-led BDS effort, calling it a "legitimate movement," during a Q&A with Democratic primary candidates hosted by the UJA-Federation of New York on Thursday evening."My support for BDS is consistent with my core of my politics, which is non-violence," the Queens assemblyman said when pressed by Jewish Insiders editor-in-chief, Josh Kraushaar."I think that it is a legitimate movement when you are seeking to find compliance with international law," he said."The effectiveness of tactics of boycott, divestment and sanctions in order to motivate that compliance at the state level, on an individual level and thats where my support for it comes from."The state assemblyman from Queens said he believes Israel has a right to exist. But when pushed on whether it should exist as a Jewish state, he carefully sidestepped.LAWSUIT ALLEGES ANTI-ISRAEL GROUP LEADERS ARE 'HAMAS' FOOT SOLDIERS IN NEW YORK CITY"I believe Israel has a right to exist, and it has a right to exist also with equal rights for all," he said.Mamdani, a Democratic Socialists of America-backed politician, was peppered with questions about his stance on Israel during the event from the UJA-Federation, a massive philanthropic group supporting the Jewish community.The forum came just days after The Post unearthed a social media clip of the pro-Palestinian assemblyman leading a "BDS" chant during a May 11, 2021, anti-Israel protest.Despite Mamdanis open criticism of Israel, the lawmaker received a fairly warm welcome from those in attendance, according to recordings obtained by The Post, which, along with other press, was barred from entry at the door.Those inside the event, which took place some 24 hours after a pro-Palestinian radical gunned down two innocent Israeli Embassy staff members in Washington, DC, described the security as "wild," as organizers revoked the tickets of several people.During his roughly 20-minute appearance, moderators asked Mamdani about his remarks that, if elected mayor, he would order the NYPD to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu if the Israeli prime minister ever set foot in the Big Apple."Ultimately, my position is one that I believe our city should be in compliance with international law," Mamdani said, noting the International Criminal Court has issued a warrant for the Israeli leader, adding that hed have the same answer if he was asked the question about Russian President Vladimir Putin.ICC REJECTS ISRAELI APPEALS, ISSUES ARREST WARRANTS FOR BENJAMIN NETANYAHU, YOAV GALLANT"What troubles me greatly is that Benjamin Netanyahu has also issued military commands from this very city when visiting it," he said.Mamdani campaign spokesman Andrew Epstein said the candidate has been "consistent" in his beliefs regarding Israel."Zohran has been consistent in his belief that Israel has the right to exist, a responsibility to adhere to international law, and that he supports non-violent movements to ensure compliance with that law," Epstein said in a statement Friday."He was heartened by the warm reception last night to his vision for a New York thats safe and affordable for everyone."Mamdani, who has repeatedly come up second in the polls vying for the Democratic nomination, behind ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo, has recently been dogged by his anti-Israel rhetoric.He faced blowback from the Jewish community for failing to sign onto apair of resolutions recognizing Israel and the Holocaust, in what his campaign wrote off as a procedural error.The revelation came just days after he got the endorsement of anti-Israel ex-"Squad" member Rep. Jamaal Bowman in the race for mayor of New York City, which is home to the largest population of Jews outside Israel.The lawmaker also pushed the "Not On Our Dime Act," which would have stopped New York nonprofits from supporting any groups that are involved with West Bank settlements.
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    Father of suspect accused of killing Israeli Embassy staffers in DC was guest at Trump's joint address
    The father of the man accused of shooting two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Washington, D.C., Capital Jewish Museum earlier this week attended President Donald Trumps joint address in March at the invitation of a Democratic Illinois representative."Eric Rodriguez was our guest during the Presidents Joint Speech to Congress, but we dont know his family," a spokesperson for Rep. Jess "Chuy" Garca, D-Ill., told Fox News Digital in a statement.Rodriguez is an Iraq war veteran and steward for the Service Employees International Union who works at a Chicago VA hospital,according to the organizations website.SUSPECT ACCUSED OF KILLING ISRAELI EMBASSY STAFFERS IN DC COULD FACE MORE CHARGES"Eric represents the very best of our community someone who has served his country, continues to serve his fellow veterans and fights every day to protect the dignity of working people," Garcapreviously said in a statement.On the day of Trumps address, Rodriguez denounced the administrations treatment of veterans ina video posted by SEIU.Rodriguez and SEIU did not immediately respond to Fox News Digitals request for comment.ISRAELI AMBASSADOR CONNECTS EMBASSY STAFFERS' SLAYING TO 'VERY IMPORTANT' BIGGER PICTURE"The reason why I am in Washington, D.C., is because Im concerned about what Donald Trump, Elon Musk and DOGE are doing to the VA system," Rodriguez said. "Theyre indiscriminately cutting peoples jobs, theyre cutting funding and people rely on these funds. People rely on these services."On Thursday, Rodriguezs son, Elias, appeared in federal court to face multiple charges, including two counts of first-degree murder, after allegedly gunning down Yaron Lischinsky, 28, and Sarah Milgrim, 26, as they were leaving the Capital Jewish Museum.Authorities allege Elias traveled from Chicago to Washington, D.C., the day before the shooting, transporting the legal firearm in checked luggage before purchasing a ticket to an event hosted by the American Jewish Committee.SUSPECT CHARGED WITH MURDERING ISRAELI EMBASSY STAFF COULD FACE DEATH PENALTYAccording to an unsealed FBI affidavit, surveillance footage allegedly shows Elias approaching Lischinsky and Milgrim from behind as they entered a crosswalk before opening fire on the couple.As the victims collapsed to the ground, investigators say Elias allegedly continued shooting before pausing to reload his weapon and firing again.Upon being approached by authorities, Elias allegedly said, "I did it for Palestine. I did it for Gaza. I am unarmed." As he was being arrested, bystander video shows Elias yelling, "Free Palestine." If convicted, Elias could face the death penalty with a minimum sentence of 30 years in prison."I strongly condemn this horrible, senseless act of antisemitism,"Garca said ina statement posted to X. "My heart is with the victims and everyone impacted by the attack. We mourn the lives lost and reject the idea that justice can be won through violence."Fox News Digital's Sarah Rumpf-Whitten contributed to this report.
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    Kim Kardashian's Paris robbery case ends with guilty verdict for eight defendants
    The ringleader and seven other robbers, who were involved in stealing $6 million worth of jewelry from Kim Kardashian in her Paris hotel room on Oct. 3, 2016, have been found guilty."I am deeply grateful to the French authorities for pursuing justice in this case. The crime was the most terrifying experience of my life, leaving a lasting impact on me and my family," Kardashian shared in a statement with Fox News Digital."While Ill never forget what happened, I believe in the power of growth and accountability and pray for healing for all. I remain committed to advocating for justice, and promoting a fair legal system."KIM KARDASHIAN TESTIFIES IN PARIS ROBBERY TRIAL, RELIVES TERRIFYING MOMENT SHE THOUGHT SHE WAS 'GOING TO DIE'On Friday, a court in the French capital acquitted two of the 10 defendants. The sentences read out by the court president ranged from prison terms to fines.Aomar At Khedache, 69, the ringleader, was sentenced to eight years of imprisonment. Five of those years were suspended. Three others who were accused on the most serious charges got seven years. Five of those years were suspended.With time already served in pretrial detention, none of those found guilty will go to prison. The trial was heard by a three-judge panel and six jurors.Chief Judge David De Pas ruled that the ages of the defendants the oldest is 79 and some others are in their 60s and 70s weighed in the courts decision not to impose harsher sentences that would have sent them to jail. He said the nine years between the robbery and the trial were also taken into account in the sentencing."Kim appreciates the Courts decision and once again thanks the French authorities for treating her with great respect throughout the process," Kardashian's legal team shared in a statement with Fox News Digital."It has been a long journey from that terrible night back in 2016 to her standing courageously in a historic Paris courtroom to confront these criminals. She looks forward to putting this tragic episode behind her, as she continues working to improve the criminal justice system on behalf of victims, the innocent, and the incarcerated seeking to redeem themselves."Nine men and one woman were involved in the crime during Paris Fashion Week. The robbers, dressed as police, forced their way into the glamorous Htel de Pourtals, bound Kardashian with zip ties, placed her in the bathtub and escaped with her jewelry.Her $4 million engagement ring, from her then-husband Kanye West, was among the items stolen.The ten criminals involved delivered their final statements in court before the verdict was reached.Among them was the ringleader Khedache, who arrived in court walking with a stick and his face hidden from cameras. Prosecutors had asked for a 10-year sentence.His DNA, found on the bands used to bind Kardashian, 44, was a key breakthrough that helped crack open the case. Wiretaps captured him giving orders, recruiting accomplices and arranging to sell the diamonds in Belgium.KIM KARDASHIAN'S FAME COULD SWAY JURY IN PARIS ROBBERY TRIAL AGAINST 'GRANDPA ROBBERS': EXPERTA diamond-encrusted cross, dropped during the escape, was the only piece of jewelry ever recovered.Khedache argued he was only a foot soldier in the high-profiled case. He blamed a mysterious "X" or "Ben" someone prosecutors say never existed.His lawyer pleaded for clemency, as he pointed to Kardashian's encounter with his client in court."She looked at him when she came, she listened to the letter he had written to her, and then she forgave him," lawyer Franck Berton told The Associated Press.Although Kardashian wasn't present in court on Friday, the SKIMS founder had locked eyes with Khedache during her testimony on Tuesday, as the letter was read aloud.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER"I do appreciate the letter, I forgive you," she said. "But it doesnt change the feelings and the trauma and the fact that my life was forever changed."On Friday, Khedache asked for "a thousand pardons," communicated via a written note in court. Other defendants also used their final words to express remorse.As "The Kardashians" star sat on the witness stand earlier this week, she said the robbery marked what she thought would be the last day of her life."I was certain that was the moment that he was going to rape me," she said during her testimony. "I absolutely did think I was going to die."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSKardashian, who thanked the French authorities for "allowing me to share my truth," told the court she recalled screaming to the robbers at the time of the intrusion, "I have babies.""[Kim] has tremendous appreciation and admiration for the French judicial system and has been treated with great respect by the French authorities," Kardashian's attorney, Michael Rhodes, said in a statement to Fox News Digital ahead of the trial. "She wishes for the trial to proceed in an orderly fashion in accordance with French law and with respect for all parties to the case."The mom of four, who was accompanied by her mom Kris Jenner on Tuesday, testified against a group known as the "grandpa robbers" due to their age. More than 17 people were arrested as suspects in connection to the case after investigators found trace amounts of DNA on plastic bands tied around Kardashian's wrists. The case was finally ordered to go to trial in 2021 with 12 people charged.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPKardashian didn't return to Paris for nearly two years after the attack.Fox News Digital's Christina Dugan Ramirez contributed to this report.
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    Popular allergy medications linked to severe withdrawal symptoms, FDA warns
    Two common allergy medications could cause a severe reaction in some people who stop using it.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert related to cetirizine (Zyrtec) or levocetirizine (Xyzal), warning that patients who stop taking it after long-term use may experience "rare but severe itching," a condition called pruritus.The itching was reported by people who used the medicines every day for months or years, and then stopped using them.TOP 10 'ALLERGY CAPITALS' OF THE US, PLUS 4 TIPS TO MANAGE SYMPTOMSIn total, 209 cases were reported worldwide (197 in the U.S.) between April 25, 2017, and July 6, 2023."This number includes only reports submitted to FDA, so there may be additional cases of which we are unaware," the agency stated in the release."Reported cases were rare but sometimes serious, with patients experiencing widespread, severe itching that required medical intervention."Many reports described a "significant and persistent impact on quality of life and ability to function," the FDA noted.HONEY AND ALLERGY RELIEF: DO THESE TWO REALLY GO TOGETHER?In most cases (90%), restarting the medicine resolved the severe itching. Some (38%) had success with gradually tapering off after restarting.The drugs are available in both prescription and over-the-counter versions.The FDA said it will update the medications prescribing information to include a warning of the itching risk, and will also ask the manufacturers to add the information to the drug facts label for over-the-counter versions.Cetirizine and levocetirizine are antihistamines that are approved to treat seasonal allergies in adults and children 2 and up, according to the FDA.The drugs are also approved as a treatment for year-round allergies and chronic hives in patients 6 months and older.People who experience severe itching after the cessation of these medications should contact a healthcare professional, the FDA advised.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER"Individuals planning on long-term use of cetirizine or levocetirizine, especially for more than a few months, should discuss the benefits and risks with your healthcare professional, who can provide advice based on your personal needs," the agency stated.Other common side effects of cetirizine and levocetirizine include fatigue, drowsiness, cough, dry mouth, fever, sore throat, nosebleed, diarrhea and vomiting, per the FDA.Dr. Marc Siegel, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health and Fox News senior medical analyst, noted that these medications are "very effective" at alleviating allergy symptoms."The FDA is noting that in extremely rare circumstances after long-term use, stopping them can lead to severe itching, which is alleviated after restarting them," he reiterated to Fox News Digital."I suspect this might be due to accelerated histamine release once the blocker is stopped."A spokesperson from the Consumer Healthcare Products Association provided the below statement to Fox News Digital."Consumer safety is the top priority for CHPA and our manufacturer members. The OTC industry supports FDAs ongoing commitment to notifying the public about safety signals, even when extremely rare, as in this case."RARE MINT ALLERGY LEAVES WOMAN WISHING SHE WAS 'ALLERGIC TO PEANUTS' INSTEAD"CHPA members will continue to comply with FDA guidelines, including any needed updates to Drug Facts labels, while also evaluating and monitoring the latest science and product profiles. Consumers who use these medicines daily for an extended period (months-years) should not stop taking their medication abruptly without first consulting with their healthcare provider."For more Health articles, visitwww.foxnews.com/healthOpella, the manufacturer of Xyzal, shared the below statement with Fox News Digital."Xyzal has a strong track record of safety and efficacy backed by scientific research and user satisfaction. This is a rare reaction, and Opella stands by the safety of Xyzal when used as directed."
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    US Ambassador Barrack named special envoy to Syria amid sanctions relief plan
    Tom Barrack, US Ambassador to Turkey and former advisor to President Donald Trump, announced on Friday that he would be filling the role of U.S. Special Envoy for Syria, highlighting recent sanctions relief.In a post on X, Barrack said he will be assuming the role to support Secretary of State Marco Rubio "in the realization of the Presidents vision" for the country."President Trump has outlined his clear vision of a prosperous Middle East and a stable Syria at peace with itself and its neighbors," Barrack wrote in the post.TRUMP ASKS SYRIA TO JOIN ABRAHAM ACCORDS, NORMALIZE TIES WITH ISRAEL IN RETURN FOR SANCTIONS RELIEFOn May 13, the president committed to lifting the United States sanctions against Syria to allow the new government to stabilize the country.U.S. sanctions were first administered on Damascus in 1979, when it was designated as a state sponsor of terrorism.Barrack said the cessation of sanctions against Syria will "preserve the integrity of our primary objective the enduring defeat of ISIS," and give the people of Syria a chance to recover after the Bashar al-Assad regime was ousted by Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham last year.BIDEN ADMIN LIFTS $10M BOUNTY ON THE HEAD OF LEADER OF ISLAMIST GROUP NOW IN CHARGE IN SYRIAHay'at Tahrir al-Sham, a U.S. and U.N.-designated terrorist organization, separated from al Qaeda in 2016.Nearly 1,500 U.S. troops are stationed in Syria to fight ISIS, and about 10,000 ISIS fighters are being held by the Syrian Democratic Forces, a U.S.-backed Kurdish militia, Fox News Digital previously reported.US DIPLOMATS IN DAMASCUS FOR FIRST TIME IN MORE THAN 10 YEARS FOLLOWING FALL OF ASSAD REGIME"In this way, we, together with regional partners including Trkiye and the Gulf, are enabling the Syrian government torestore peace, security, and the hope of prosperity," Barrack wrote. "In the words of the President, we will work together, and we will succeed together."Fox News Digital's Morgan Phillips and Caitlin McFall contributed to this report.
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    Jussie Smollett donates $50,000 to charity in Chicago settlement, maintains his innocence
    After reaching a settlement with the City of Chicago earlier this month, Jussie Smollett agreed to make a $50,000 charitable donation to have a lawsuit against him dismissed.In a lengthy statement to Fox News Digital, Smollett said, "Over six years ago, after it was reported I had been jumped, city officials in Chicago set out to convince the public that I willfully set an assault against myself. This false narrative has left a stain on my character that will not soon disappear. These officials wanted my money and wanted my confession for something I did not do."Today, it should be clear. They have received neither. The decision to settle the civil lawsuit was not the most difficult one to make. After repeatedly refusing to pay the city, I was presented with an opportunity to make a charitable donation in exchange for the case being dismissed."JUSSIE SMOLLETT SETTLES WITH CHICAGO AFTER HATE CRIME HOAX CONVICTION WAS OVERTURNEDSmollett, who is Black and gay, originally reported to Chicago Police he was the victim of a racist and homophobic attack by two men wearing ski masks in January 2019. He was convicted in 2021 of staging the hate crime, but his conviction was overturned in November 2024.In April 2019, the City of Chicago filed a lawsuit against Smollett in an attempt to recoup the costs of police investigating the alleged attack. The actor told Fox News Digital "despite what happened there politically," he still has a place in his heart for the city."Therefore, making a donation to benefit Chicago communities that are too often neglected by those in power will always be something I support," he said. "I've made a $50,000 donation to Building Brighter Futures (BBF) Center for the Arts, a local nonprofit doing incredible work nurturing self-expression, creativity and exploration of the arts for Chicago youth. This organization was of my choosing, and I'm comforted that there will be at least one winner from this experience."Smollett said that even though the criminal charges were overturned, and the civil case has been dismissed, "I'm aware that it will not change everyone's mind about me or the attack I experienced. However, despite arduous and expensive attempts to punish me, I am innocent both in the eyes of God and of our criminal justice system."Now, he said, he'll focus on moving forward."I will continue creating my art, fighting passionately for causes I hold dear and defending my integrity and family name with the truth," the former "Empire" star said.LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSIn addition to the $50,000 he donated as part of his settlement, Smollett said he's also donating $10,000 to the Chicago Torture Justice Center, which "provides resources to communities healing from the violence of the Chicago Police Department.""To anyone who has had to prove they have in fact been violated, you know how difficult this can be to navigate. I stand with and for you," Smollett said of the donation.In a statement to the Chicago Sun-Times, city lawyers said, "The city believes this settlement provides a fair, constructive and conclusive resolution, allowing all the parties to close this six-year-old chapter and move forward."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTERCriminal charges against Smollett were originally dropped in March 2019, a month after his arrest. After special prosecutor Kim Foxx requested a new inquiry, the "Empire" star was convicted in December 2021 on five felony counts and later sentenced to 150 days in county jail. The Illinois Supreme Court decided in November 2024 that the special prosecutor's decision to retry Smollett on charges violated his rights."Today we resolve a question about the state's responsibility to honor the agreements it makes with defendants," Mark Geragos, Smollett's lawyer, told Fox News Digital at the time. "We hold that a second prosecution under these circumstances is a due process violation, and we therefore reverse defendant's conviction.""This was not a prosecution based on facts, rather it was a vindictive persecution, and such a proceeding has no place in our criminal justice system," another of Smolletts attorneys, Nenye Uche, told Fox in a statement. "Ultimately, we are pleased that the rule of law was the big winner today. We are thankful to the Illinois Supreme Court for restoring order to Illinois criminal law jurisprudence."Fox News Digital's Lauryn Overhultz contributed to this report.
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    Major police operation underway after stabbing spree at German train station, woman arrested
    Multiple people were wounded, some suffering life-threatening injuries, after a woman allegedly stabbed travelers with a knife on Friday at Hamburg Central Station in Germany.The 39-year-old woman, who has not yet been publicly identified, was arrested shortly after the attack without incident, Hamburg Police announced on X.SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER STABBING AT BERLIN'S HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL NEAR US EMBASSYOfficials believe the woman acted alone, but the motive is unknown."Investigations into the background are in full swing," police said.NYC SUBWAY CONDUCTOR MAKES TRAGIC DISCOVERY ON TRAIN: DEAD WOMANThe attack happened in the late afternoon inside the station on the platform between tracks 13 and 14, according to a report from the Associated Press.Hamburgs fire service said six people suffered life-threatening injuries, three people were seriously injured, and three others had slight injuries, German news agency Deutsche Presse-Agentur reported.However, police later said the number was not firm, only confirming "several" people had life-threatening injuries, according to the AP.State-owned railway company Deutsche Bahn posted to X saying they were "deeply saddened" by the act of violence.Tracks 11 to 14 at the main station were closed, and delays and diversions were announced for long-distance trains.GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET ATTACK VICTIM DIES AT HOSPITAL WEEKS LATER, INCREASING DEATH TOLL TO 6"We are fully supporting the authorities in their investigations on site," Deutsche Bahn wrote in a post.Police confirmed a "major" operation is currently underway.NYC MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER AFTER ALLEGEDLY SHOVING COMMUTER IN PATH OF SUBWAYMore than 550,000 travelers pass through Hamburg's main station each day, making it the most frequented passenger railway station in Germany, according to its website.The station, which opened in 1906, is just a short walk from the city center and features 75 shops and restaurants.In February, one person was seriously injured in a stabbing at Berlin's Holocaust memorial near the U.S. embassy.On Wednesday, Elias Rodriguez, of Chicago, was charged with killing two Israeli Embassy staffers during a shooting at an event hosted by the American Jewish Committee in Washington, D.C.The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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    Fox News True Crime Newsletter: Karen Read's phone data, Bryan Kohberger's strategy, cannibal family reunion
    CLASSIC INJURY:' Brain surgeon testifies John O'Keefe died from fall on frozen ground in Karen Read trialCHECKERED PAST: Tech exec found 'pulverized' in luxury high-rise stairwell died from fall, medical examiner saysBLAME GAME: Bryan Kohberger defense suggests 'alternate perpetrators' in Idaho murders, joining infamous legal strategyFOLLOW THE FOX TRUE CRIME TEAM ON XCRASH COURSE: Karen Read trial witness faces brutal cross-examination over vehicle dataVERY RARE:' Kentucky ex-sheriff's 'frivolous' insanity claim won't fly in judge's suspected murder: former prosecutorsHIGHLY UNUSUAL: Bryan Kohberger case leak could lead to excluded evidence, Idaho attorney warnsSIGN UP TO GETTRUE CRIME NEWSLETTERIN THE HOT SEAT: Expert witness in Karen Read murder trial caught with 'errors' inflating his credentialsWORD OF WARNING: Karen Read judge blocks Sandra Birchmore mentions; expert says cases should be wake-up call for policeLIKE WHAT YOU'RE READING? FIND MORE ON THE TRUE CRIME HUBMY FATHER, THE CANNIBAL: Woman confronts father who murdered her 'second mom' in chilling reunionTROUBLE AT HOME: Karen Read murder trial: Niece reveals 'frantic' behavior on morning Boston officer was found dead
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    Washington state school district votes to keep biological males out of girls sports despite state pushback
    A school district in a state with a Democratic governor has voted to keep biological boys out of girls sports.The Quilcene School District in Washington voted 3-2 to keep sports competition based on athletes' birth gender.The ruling defies a policy by the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA), enacted in 2007, that allows transgender students to participate based on their gender identity.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMAccording to Fox 13, board member Ron Frantz said "Title IX is the law," and sports should be kept based on birth gender.But another member, Vivian Kuehl, said it is "immoral" to keep transgender females out of girls and women's sports, according to The Seattle Times.The vote was taken May 7. The state's governor, Bob Ferguson, defeated Republican nominee Dave Reichert in November. The state has not had a Republican governor since John Spellman, from 1981 to 1985.President Donald Trump signed an executive order in February to keep biological boys out of girls and women's sports, but Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal said the order defies state law."State law prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and we will not back down from that," Reykdal said at the time.Later that month, Reykdal said it would be "inaccurate" to say there are only two genders.Bills that would prohibit transgender athletes from participating in girls and women's sports have been introduced in the state but have not passed.HALL OF FAMER BRIAN URLACHER REITERATES STANCE ON TRANSGENDER ATHLETES IN SPORTS: 'COMMON SENSE'However, the issue became so concerning for residents that the WIAA announced a proposal in December to create a separate open division for transgender athletes to compete in.In May, a trans athlete competed in a girls cross-country championship and won.The athlete won the 400-meter heat race in the girls division with a time of 55.59 seconds. The second-place runner finished in 58.83 seconds. In the finals, the trans athlete won with a time of 55.75 seconds, a full second ahead of the second-place runner who finished in 56.75.In February, a civil rights complaint was filed with the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights on behalf of a teenage girl in Washington state who was allegedly punished for refusing to play a basketball game against a trans athlete.The complaint said the Tumwater School District in Washington is investigating 15-year-old Frances Staudt for "misgendering" the opponent and violating the district's policies against bullying and harassment.Several other states have defied Trump's executive order on the issue, resulting in Maine temporarily losing federal funding.Fox News' Jackson Thompson contributed to this report.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X,and subscribe tothe Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
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    Fox News Politics Newsletter: Trump sets the 'gold standard' for science
    The Fox News Politics Newsletter will not be sent out on Monday, May 25th due to the Memorial Day Holiday. We wish everyone a happy and safe Memorial Day.Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content. Here's what's happening-Hundreds of Ukrainian prisoners released in swap with Russia, Zelenskyy says-New footage shows Milwaukee judge confronting ICE before allegedly helping illegal immigrant exit-Vance tells Naval Academy graduates they are facing 'new' and 'very dangerous era' for USPresident Donald Trump signed several executive orders (EOs) on nuclear energy proliferation and an order removing political considerations from public-sector science, as conservatives claimed the latter was scandalized in its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.Trump also signed restoring "gold standard science" as the cornerstone of federal research.A senior White House official said on Friday there has been a decline in "disruptive research" and investments in biomedical research, along with "serious cases" of fraud and misconduct and the inability to reproduce scientific methods for the purpose of restoring public trustRead more'COULD NOT SPEAK': Biden struggled to film 2024 campaign videos amid declining health, new book claims: 'The man could not speak'RESTRAINING ORDER: Judge temporarily pauses Trump move to cancel Harvard student visa policy after lawsuitDEADLY SLOGAN: Former Biden diplomat says theres no question Free Palestine slogan has become a call for violenceBARRACK ON: US Ambassador to Turkey Barrack to assume role of US Special Envoy for SyriaATOMIC SHOWDOWN: US and Iran clash over uranium enrichment as nuclear talks resume in Rome'WATER TORTURE': Dems call budget bill bureaucratic water torture as GOP glad to have the ball in our court'ABOUT TO FIND OUT': Sen. Mike Lee accuses Chicago mayor who called Trump a 'monster' of 'bragging about' violating the law'HEARTBREAKING': Wisconsin man fired for refusing to use preferred pronouns appeals to Trump administrationWALL WORKS: Republican AGs visit US-Mexico border wall as Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' clears expansion fundingSHIFTING GEAR: Blue-state Republican 'thankful' for move to scrap gas-car ban as Newsom vows court fight to save itSOROS UNDER FIRE: Alex Soros blasted for condemning shooting of Israelis while funding anti-Israel groupsTIMELINE TWIST: RFK Jr. backtracks on timeline for determining cause of autism in CNN interviewTERROR IN DC: Father of suspect accused of killing Israeli Embassy staffers in DC was guest at Trump's joint addressGet the latest updates on the Trump administration and Congress, exclusive interviews and more on FoxNews.com.
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