US Women’s Hockey Team Rejects Trump’s State of the Union Invite
The United States Women’s Hockey Team has declined President Donald Trump’s invitation to the State of the Union address. This decision comes in response to the president’s light-hearted remark about potential impeachment if he did not invite them.
US Women’s Hockey Team’s Response
On February 24, 2026, US media reported that the women’s team issued a statement expressing gratitude for the invitation. However, they cited prior commitments as the reason for their unavailability.
- Players appreciated the recognition of their Olympic gold medal achievement.
- They mentioned scheduling conflicts due to academic and professional obligations.
Men’s Team Invitation
President Trump also invited the US Men’s Hockey Team after they recently won an Olympic gold medal. During a phone call with the men’s team, Trump jovially stated, “We’re gonna have to bring the women’s team, you do know that?” This comment was met with laughter.
Team Achievements
- The women’s team secured gold by defeating Canada with a score of 2-1.
- This victory marked their first Olympic gold medal since 2018.
Political Context
Both Republican and Democratic representatives typically invite guests to this annual address, further highlighting the significance of these invitations. The State of the Union takes place amidst heightened security at the US Capitol.
The AFP news agency has reached out to the men’s team for confirmation regarding their attendance. As events unfold, the dynamics between sports and politics continue to captivate public interest.
