Alleigh Marré, executive director of the American Parents Coalition, told Newsmax on Wednesday the Trump administration might need to threaten withdrawing the more than $600 million in federal funds awarded annually to the YMCA in order for the nonprofit to follow Title IX protections for women and girls.

Last month, Marré filed a Title IX complaint with the departments of Education, Health and Human Services, and Housing and Urban Development outlining how YMCA affiliates across the country are allowing biological males in girls locker rooms, bathrooms, and overnight cabins. Title IX prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs and activities that receive federal funds.

When asked whether pressure from the Trump administration could force the YMCA’s hand, she was quick with her response. “I would certainly hope so,” Marré told “Finnerty” “I mean, I grew up with a YMCA that was a phenomenal place for me to go after school every day and play basketball. And so, there is a legacy of it being a wholesome place for enrichment opportunities for kids.

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