Smith College, a prominent women’s college, is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for its policy of admitting transgender women. The inquiry centers around potential violations of Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in education. This investigation is part of a broader action by the Trump administration, which has been vocal in its stance against transgender admissions in women’s colleges. The Education Department has threatened to withdraw funding if Smith College does not comply with federal regulations, casting a spotlight on the ongoing debate regarding gender inclusion in educational institutions.