Tom Steyer Supports Transgender Athlete in High School Sports

California Democrat gubernatorial hopeful Tom Steyer released a video featuring AB Hernandez, a well-known transgender athlete, to show his support. Hernandez is striving for additional state titles in girls’ track and field. The video quickly spread online, gathering a mix of reactions from both sides of the political spectrum.

Many liberal social media users, including transgender rights advocate and comedian Stacy Cay, applauded Steyer’s stance. However, there was significant backlash, particularly from conservative circles.

Republican candidate Steve Hilton criticized Steyer during an interview with Fox News Digital. Hilton argued that Steyer’s support for transgender athletes in girls’ sports is disconnected from the views of most Californian families and youth. Hilton’s campaign shared Steyer’s post on social media, showcasing their opposition.

“Tom Steyer has taken a wildly extreme position on this issue that is totally out of touch with most California families and young people,” Hilton stated.

The video featured Hernandez discussing experiences of being “outed” and “doxed”. Steyer emphasized the importance of protecting individuals like Hernandez. “It’s the job of the governor to stand between danger and Californians,” Steyer said.

Hernandez advanced to the final round of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) championships in events such as long jump, triple jump, and high jump. Hernandez secured first place in the preliminary round for both long jump and triple jump.

CIF has implemented a policy where any female athlete finishing below Hernandez is awarded one spot higher on the podium. This policy will be in effect for the upcoming state finals as well.