On April 19, 2024, the Biden administration made a significant announcement regarding Title IX protections, stating that prohibitions against sex discrimination in Title IX will now include 'gender identity.' The new rule is set to come into effect on August 1.

Responding to this update, Terry Schilling, the president of the American Principles Project (APP), strongly criticized the change. Schilling expressed his concerns, stating, "When federal lawmakers enacted Title IX over four decades ago, it was with a clear purpose in mind: to protect the rights of women and girls. Today, President Biden has officially turned that on its head."

Schilling further highlighted the implications of the new rule, emphasizing the potential privacy and safety concerns for women and girls. He stated, "Under the rule released by this administration, schools will now be forced to allow any man or boy who claims to be female into girls’ intimate spaces." Additionally, he pointed out the impact on sports, noting that the rule could lead to girls competing against male athletes.

Describing the administration's actions as an "assault on the hard-won legal protections of women and girls," Schilling condemned the move as "reprehensible" and "insane." He also emphasized the commitment of the American Principles Project to inform voters about the perceived threats to civil rights posed by the Biden administration's decision as the upcoming elections approach.