Acton's Trans Sports Stance Sparks Divide | Columbus News

Amy Acton’s stance against boys playing in girls’ sports has ignited a firestorm within her own party, sparking backlash from progressive and LGBTQ+ groups who see it as a betrayal — even prompting some to pull support. While she defends her position as a doctor and mom committed to fairness and safety, citing Ohio law and the Supreme Court, critics argue the controversy distracts from her core message: lowering costs and improving schools and hospitals — what Ohioans reportedly want most. The debate is heating up as Election Day nears, with Democratic lawmakers caught between supporting trans rights and urging voters to look beyond the noise. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9d4f96ea4f750286