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One Thing: The Supreme Court Enters the Debate Over Transgender Athletes
CNN 5 Things
Jan 11, 2026

The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this week in a case that could decide whether states may ban transgender students from playing on sports teams that align with their gender identity. It comes as President Donald Trump has moved to punish institutions that are inclusive of trans athletes. We break down the legal case and hear from a transgender former college athlete who says this is about way more than a game. 

For more: Do transgender women have an athletic advantage? Here’s what the science does – and doesn’t – say 

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Guests: Mayumi Berry, former NCAA athlete & John Fritze, CNN Supreme Court Reporter  

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin