Trump order could reshape college transfers, eligibility and athlete pay
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at reforming college sports, including transfer and eligibility rules, and athlete compensation. The order poses the possibility of federal funding being withheld from schools that do not comply with the rules, but its legality and effectiveness are uncertain.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on college sports. The order sets specific transfer and eligibility rules, limits athlete compensation, and threatens schools with financial penalties for non-compliance. The rules include one unrestricted transfer for undergraduates and a five-year cap on college eligibility. The order takes effect on August 1. It conflicts with existing state laws and court rulings, and its legality is uncertain. The order aims to spur legislative action on college sports reform.
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