USA25 March, 20261 min read
Senate Blocks Trump Sports Ban; Formally Opens Iran War Debate
Senate blocked a Republican amendment banning transgender athletes from women's sports. The 49-41 vote followed party lines.
Trans Athletes Vote Falls Short
The Senate blocked the Trump-backed sports ban 49-41, falling short of the 60 needed. Republicans cited high-profile cases like Lia Thomas.
No Democrats spoke on the floor against the amendment. Gallup shows 69% of adults believe athletes should play according to birth sex.
SAVE America Act Stalls
The vote took place amid the broader SAVE America Act debate. The House passed the bill earlier.
Senate Democrats remain unified in opposition. Republicans have 53 seats and need 60 to overcome a filibuster.
Trump Pressures on Iran
Trump delivered a televised address warning of unyielding resolve. Congress formally opened debate on the war with a 60-day timeline. Trump said Iran's Supreme Leader was dead and will stay that way.
Iran Strait Closure and Retaliation
Iran threatened to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed indefinitely. Iranian missiles struck targets in Tel Aviv. Iran set $10 million bounties on Trump, Thune, Tuberville, and Blackburn.