The U.S. Education Department announced the termination of agreements with five school districts and Taft College that previously aimed to protect transgender students. This decision removes federal mandates for training staff to respect students' preferred names and pronouns and allows bathroom access based on gender identity. The affected districts include Delaware Valley School District in Pennsylvania, Sacramento City Unified School District in California, and others. Under previous administrations, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 was interpreted to prohibit discrimination based on gender identity. However, this latest move reverses that interpretation, with Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Kimberly Richey stating it removes 'unnecessary and unlawful burdens.' Responses from the districts vary, with Delaware Valley School District opting to roll back protections, while Sacramento City Unified School District maintains its commitment to support LGBTQ+ students. Advocacy groups have condemned the decision, arguing it weakens protections for vulnerable students. This action is part of broader efforts by the Trump administration to restrict transgender rights, including legal actions against inclusive sports policies and limiting access to gender-affirming medical care.