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

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 on the House and Senate to come together, ideally in a bipartisan manner, to send the bill to his desk for signing, stating, "I think we have no choice."

These remarks came a day after Trump made similar comments 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 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 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 progressing through Congress. If it passes both houses, it will be sent to President Trump for approval.

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