Global Politics Report Editorial

As Congress debates college sports, athletes-turned-senators have a seat at the table

The Protect College Sports Act is on the brink of passing in the Senate, where a handful of former college athletes who are now senators on both sides of the aisle have an extra say in the debate.

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Source: NPR Politics

Politics desk: Congress

Published: Sep. 27, 2026 at 08:06 AM ET

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Original source: NPR Politics