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Trump Blasts 'Wokeness', Defends Women's Sports in Fiery Speech

3/6/2025

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In a fiery speech, President Trump denounced "wokeness" and declared there are "only two genders," sparking applause from Republicans and independents, while Democrats stayed silent or disapproving. He also spotlighted volleyball player Payton McNabb, who faced injuries from a trans competitor, taking aim at Democrats for their views on women's sports.

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In a fiery speech, President Trump denounced "wokeness" and declared there are "only two genders," sparking applause from Republicans and independents, while Democrats stayed silent or disapproving. He also spotlighted volleyball player Payton McNabb, who faced injuries from a trans competitor, taking aim at Democrats for their views on women's sports.