President Trump Aims to Protect Army-Navy Game Broadcast
Former President Donald Trump has announced plans to issue an executive order with the goal of safeguarding the broadcast slot for the annual Army-Navy football game. The announcement, made on social media, comes amid discussions about expanding the NCAA College Football Playoff, which some fear could threaten the game’s traditional time.
Trump expressed his strong support for the Army-Navy game, calling it “one of our Greatest American Traditions.” He emphasized the game’s unique qualities of patriotism, courage, and honor. He voiced concerns that the game’s long-held position could be jeopardized by the expansion of college playoff games and the financial interests of television networks.
The proposed executive order seeks to guarantee an exclusive four-hour broadcast window in December for the Army-Navy game. This measure is designed to prevent any other postseason football game from overshadowing the event.
Trump stated that under his leadership, the second Saturday in December would be dedicated solely to the Army-Navy game. He stressed that no other game or team should be allowed to interfere with this time slot.
He further commented on the rivalry itself, recognizing that “on the battlefield they are America’s unstoppable Patriots, defending our Country with tremendous Strength and Heart.” He added that it’s important to defend the tradition of this game and the Players
The Army-Navy game is a long-standing tradition in American sports, dating back to 1890. It is more than just a football game; it is a celebration of the dedication and commitment of the young men and women who serve in the United States armed forces. The game is known for its pageantry, including the march-on of the brigade of midshipmen and the corps of cadets, as well as the singing of the alma maters.
The game is typically played on the second Saturday of December, serving as the final game of the college football regular season. It often receives high television ratings, attracting a large audience from across the country.
The potential expansion of the College Football Playoff has raised concerns among supporters of the Army-Navy game. The playoff is set to expand to 12 teams, which could lead to more games being played in December, potentially conflicting with the Army-Navy game’s traditional time slot.
Trump attended the 126th playing of the Army-Navy game in Baltimore. During the game, Navy won against Army, capturing the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy, with a final score of 17-16.
