This is such a complicated issue in some contexts. As Oliver points out at ‘elite’ levels, in some sports, some trans folks might very well have an advantage. But making laws that deny seven year-olds a chance to play wiffle ball is appalling.
At any rate, the rightwing has struck gold again on an issue that resonates with millions of idiots.
There are 10,000 ciswomen athletes in the NCAA for every 1 transwoman.
That means that the vast majority of athletes will never encounter a transathlete in 4 years of college competition, let alone have one come between them and a championship.
This is one of the biggest non-issues I’ve ever seen.