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Trump Declares Opening Day Federal Holiday, Revives Baseball

4/21/2025

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President Trump has taken a bold step to revive baseball's status as America's beloved pastime by signing an executive order. He denounces recent changes like the designated hitter and "ghost runner" rules, arguing they tarnish the game's integrity. The order also designates Opening Day as a federal holiday, aiming to ignite passion for baseball among the youth.

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President Trump has taken a bold step to revive baseball's status as America's beloved pastime by signing an executive order. He denounces recent changes like the designated hitter and "ghost runner" rules, arguing they tarnish the game's integrity. The order also designates Opening Day as a federal holiday, aiming to ignite passion for baseball among the youth.