Letter from Sen. Bob Casey resurfaces on biological males' participation in female sports

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Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., weighed in on transgender females competing in sports against athletes of the same gender they identify as. 

Casey wrote a letter in June 2023, which stated that the concerns over biological males' participation in female sports are "overgeneralized." He also suggested the concerns on the issue were based on "unfounded assumptions."

"The decision to transition is a profoundly significant and challenging one that young adults make after careful consideration. This is a conclusion that young adults reach after extensive consultation with their medical providers and loved ones, and with the knowledge of the tremendous social obstacles that unfortunately lie ahead," Casey wrote in a letter obtained by the Daily Caller.

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Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., leaves the Capitol in Washington, D.C., after a vote on April 18, 2023. (Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)

"All young people should have the opportunity to enjoy recreational sports and have their personal dignity respected. In a world where transgender youth face a disproportionate risk of bullying, harassment and violence, allowing transitioning youth to participate in athletics in their affirmed gender can provide enormous social and psychological benefits. Rather than stigmatizing vulnerable youth, I believe we can and should create inclusive and informed guidance that allows all students to flourish," Casey added.

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Fox News Digital contacted Sen. Casey's office and requested additional comment on the letter, but did not