Trump to attend Texas-Tennessee game as Congress works on college sports bill
Senate poised for final vote Monday on sweeping Protect College Sports Act legislation.
President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend Texas’ game against Tennessee on Saturday, set to take place at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville. The visit adds to the marquee matchup of two undefeated SEC teams, garnering a national audience and featuring ESPN’s “College GameDay.” The president’s appearance follows Texas Sen. Ted Cruz’s controversial presence on ESPN’s “College GameDay,” where he faced boos and chants of "Ted, you suck!" while promoting the Protect College Sports Act (PCSA).
The PCSA, a sweeping proposal aimed at establishing federal rules governing college sports, cleared a procedural hurdle on Thursday, securing 74 votes to move forward to a decisive vote expected Monday. Both Texas and Tennessee are among the most valuable athletic departments in college sports, with Tennessee playing in one of the largest venues in the SEC.
The PCSA's passage is seen as a significant step for the college sports industry, providing uniform rules for an industry increasingly resembling a national commercial enterprise.
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