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Trump Pledges to Protect Women's Sports in Alabama Speech

5/2/2025

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In a passionate commencement speech at the University of Alabama, President Trump pledged to safeguard women's sports by excluding men. He took aim at Democrats while recounting stories of transgender athletes. With polls revealing widespread opposition to transgender participation in women's sports, this stance is shaping Trump's 2024 campaign and swaying public opinion.

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In a passionate commencement speech at the University of Alabama, President Trump pledged to safeguard women's sports by excluding men. He took aim at Democrats while recounting stories of transgender athletes. With polls revealing widespread opposition to transgender participation in women's sports, this stance is shaping Trump's 2024 campaign and swaying public opinion.