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

Trump stated, "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 emphasized the urgency, saying, "We have to get that done. If we don’t, we’re very foolish. Nobody knows what will happen. We’re in Never-Never Land. We’re not going to let that be happening. We’re not going to let that happen to these great people and others."

The president also called for bipartisan cooperation, urging the House and Senate to come together to send the bill to his desk for signing.

These remarks followed a similar message delivered the previous day while welcoming U.S. Olympians to the White House Rose Garden.

In addition, 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, affirming that states retain the authority to legislate on this issue.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon highlighted the Supreme Court's recent ruling upholding transgender sports bans, underscoring the need to protect women's sports. She addressed concerns about fairness, lost opportunities for female athletes, and safety in locker rooms, criticizing Democrats for dismissing these issues and reaffirming 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 proceed to President Trump's desk for approval.

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