Executive Order 14168
Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government
Directs all federal agencies to recognize only biological sex (defined as male or female based on reproductive biology) in official documents, records, and policies. Rolls back federal recognition of gender identity. Serves as the definitional foundation for EO 14183 (transgender military ban), EO 14187 (protecting children from "mutilation"), and EO 14201 (women's sports).
Linked Court Cases (3)
Nicolas Talbott v. President Trump 1:25-cv-00240
Talbott v. United States
Shilling v. President Trump 2:25-cv-00241
Shilling v. United States
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Litigation Summary
Blocked in court; multiple district courts issued injunctions.; Central to the transgender/LGBTQ+ litigation category.
Day One Orders (January 20, 2025)