President Donald Trump said Saturday that he plans to sign an executive order protecting the broadcast slot for the Army-Navy football game.
Trump’s announcement on Truth Social comes amid a push to expand the NCAA College Football Playoff, which could potentially affect the Army-Navy game’s traditional time slot.
« The Army-Navy Game is one of our Greatest American Traditions — Unmatched Patriotism, Courage, and Honor! » Trump wrote. « This incredible Tradition is now at risk of being pushed aside by more College Playoff Games, and Big TV Money. NOT ANYMORE! »
PROTESTS ERUPT OUTSIDE ARMY-NAVY GAME AMID TRUMP’S ATTENDANCE
The president said his executive order will secure an exclusive four-hour broadcast window in December for the event that cannot be challenged by another postseason football game.
« Under my Administration, the second Saturday in December belongs to Army-Navy, and ONLY Army-Navy! » Trump said. « I will soon sign a Historic Executive Order securing an EXCLUSIVE 4 hour Broadcast window, so this National Event stands above Commercial Postseason Games. No other Game or Team can violate this Time Slot!!! »
Trump praised the rivalry, adding that « on the battlefield they are America’s unstoppable Patriots, defending our Country with tremendous Strength and Heart. »
« We must protect the Tradition, and the Players, who protect us, » he added. « Please let this serve as Notice to ALL Television Networks, Stations, and Outlets. »
Trump attended the 126th installment of the rivalry game at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore on Dec. 13, his seventh appearance at the game. The Navy Midshipmen captured the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy with a 17-16 victory over Army.
The president said he will also attend the College Football Playoff championship Monday in Miami, alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
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