Colorado and Washington, USA — Democratic officials are facing criticism after signaling plans to challenge or change voter-approved restrictions on transgender participation in girls' sports. In Colorado, Governor-elect Philip Weiser suggested that the Democratic-controlled legislature could revisit Proposition 134, which voters approved with approximately 52.2% support. Speaking at his first post-election news conference, Weiser said: "Anytime you have a ballot measure that's statutory, it is a natural and, I believe, appropriate role for the legislature to say, 'What are the adjustments that need to be added?'" He also expressed concerns about how schools would verify athletes' eligibility, saying: "I don’t believe it would be acceptable to Colorado to have every student athlete to have to go through full-body examinations." Republicans criticized Weiser, arguing that lawmakers should respect the outcome of the election. In Washington, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal also criticized Initiative 638, which passed with approximately 56% of the vote. The measure restricts students defined as biologically male from participating in girls' K-12 sports and requires healthcare-provider verification of biological sex. Following the election, Jayapal reportedly said: "We're going to start planning for how we overturn these bad initiatives and how we go back to loving everyone with gender inclusivity the way we have for decades," Her comments prompted criticism from opponents who questioned how her position aligned with her previous support for the No Kings movement and its emphasis on democracy and the will of the people. Washington Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad also opposed Initiative 638, calling it unconstitutional and expressing support for organizations planning legal challenges. However, Washington's Constitution generally prevents lawmakers from repealing voter-approved initiatives during their first two years. Amendments during that period require a two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers. The controversy has placed Democratic leaders in both states under scrutiny as they consider possible legislative changes and legal challenges to measures approved by voters. Source: Fox News, CBS Colorado, Colorado Public Radio and Washington State Standard (November 2026). #ColoradoUSA #WashingtonUSA #PhilipWeiser #PramilaJayapal #JAPD - @japdmedia26