Arizona Senate President Praises Trump’s Sports Executive Order
In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen, a Republican, reflected on the momentous occasion of President Donald Trump’s signing of the executive order titled “No Men in Women’s Sports.” Petersen called this event “extraordinary” for female athletes across the nation.
Significant Impact for Female Athletes
“The impact is monumental,” Petersen stated following Trump’s signing of the executive order aimed at maintaining a boundary between biological males and female sports, a key promise made during Trump’s campaign.
“We now have a comprehensive approach to ensure that girls can compete in girls’ sports, while boys are prohibited from participating. We have established laws, engaged in court litigation, and now we have an executive order reinforcing that Title IX should be interpreted strictly by recognizing biological differences. Boys are boys, and girls are girls. Violating this rule will lead to loss of federal funding and investigations, which is fantastic news for female athletes,” Petersen elaborated.
Public Sentiment on Protecting Women’s Sports
Petersen highlighted recent polls revealing that 70% of Americans support the protection of girls’ sports.
Women’s Sports Advocacy and Political Insight
Petersen expressed enthusiasm about recent electoral successes in Arizona, attributing the victories to the disconnect between everyday voters and Democrat politicians. “Democrats currently have a 31% approval rating, which demonstrates their disconnection from mainstream values,” he emphasized. “As we’ve seen in Arizona, we increased our majorities and triumphed in nearly all competitive races. Trump’s actions are revitalizing women’s sports, which is a win for America and young girls everywhere, allowing them to pursue their dreams.”
Concerns Over Gender Inclusivity in Sports
Petersen critiqued the narrative put forth by some Democrats that blurs the lines between gender identities. “The misinformation claiming boys can be girls is baffling and contradicts both logic and science. The public has voiced their unwillingness to accept such ideas,” he said.
A Heartfelt Moment for Young Athletes
During the signing ceremony, a group of young female athletes approached Trump, which Petersen described as a poignant event. “It represented a collective sigh of relief among these girls, who felt their hard work wasn’t in vain,” he remarked. “The era of boys competing in girls’ sports is over, and we are immensely grateful to this president for his support.”
A Commitment to Ongoing Advocacy
Petersen, who is pursuing a position as Arizona’s attorney general, continues to advocate for women’s rights in sports. “I am the lead defendant in a case defending the Save Women’s Sports Act in Arizona, which is currently under review by the Supreme Court. We fully intend to see this case through,” he stated. “Our current attorney general’s refusal to defend this law reflects a significant distance from the values of the majority of voters. I stand committed to defending this act.”
