On Friday, August 7th, 2026, President Donald Trump used his Truth Social platform to urge Congress to pass the "Protect College Sports Act," warning that without it, women's and Olympic sports could disappear. He described the bill as "a great Bill," expressing hope that the Senate would remain in Washington, D.C. until its passage.

Trump emphasized his record on protecting women athletes, stating, "Nobody has done more to protect Women Athletes than me — and this Bill CLEARLY protects the Laws in 27 States protecting Women's Sports, and banning Men from Women's Sports."

He further warned of the consequences if the bill fails, saying, "Without this Bill, millions of young Athletes will be hurt, programs will be canceled, Women's and Olympic Sports will go away, the fans will be robbed, and Universities will go broke." He urged lawmakers to "get that done," adding, "If we don’t, we’re very foolish. Nobody knows what will happen. We’re in Never-Never Land."

These comments followed similar remarks made by Trump the previous day while welcoming U.S. Olympians to the White House Rose Garden.

Meanwhile, the White House released an official memo clarifying that the Protect College Sports Act would not override existing state laws that prevent biological men from competing in women's sports. The memo affirmed that states retain the authority to legislate on this issue.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon also highlighted the Supreme Court's ruling upholding transgender sports bans, stressing the need to protect women's sports and addressing concerns about fairness, lost opportunities, and safety in locker rooms. She criticized Democrats for dismissing these issues and reaffirmed the Trump administration's commitment to defending women's rights under Title IX.

The Protect College Sports Act is currently navigating the legislative process in Congress. If it passes both houses, it will be sent to President Trump's desk for signing.

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