USA Fencing
Coverage of USA Fencing in the Nexus archive.
- US Olympian's lawsuit against USA Fencing for alleged trans athlete in women's competition is dismissed
A U.S. Olympian's Title IX lawsuit against USA Fencing, alleging unfair competition from transgender athletes in women's events, was dismissed by a federal judge. The judge ruled plaintiffs failed to prove adverse treatment based on sex, as they did not demonstrate exclusion, denied benefits, or direct competition against transgender athletes. USA Fencing stated its commitment to providing equitable opportunities.
- USA Fencing transgender saga takes ironic twist as org defends banning trans athlete from women's event
USA Fencing has banned a transgender athlete from competing in a women's event, prompting a civil rights complaint. The organization amended its policies to comply with President Donald Trump's executive order. The incident is related to a previous controversy involving a female fencer who refused to compete against a trans opponent.