Trump jokes about Jaxson Dart's potential in women's sports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 3:18 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
President Donald Trump shared a joke about New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart's potential in women’s sports during a media event on June 5, 2026. Trump recounted their conversation, highlighting Dart's size and jokingly asking, 'How did you think you’d do in women’s sports?' Dart responded positively, unaware it was intended as humor. Trump's comments come amidst ongoing discussions about transgender athletes and reflect his administration's stance on the issue. The remarks have also stirred reactions within the Giants' locker room, particularly from teammate Abdul Carter, who voiced concerns over Dart's political associations.
- •Trump praised Dart's size during their discussion.
- •Dart misinterpreted Trump's joke about women's sports.
- •Carter expressed concerns over Dart's political alignment.
- •The incident has raised awareness of locker room dynamics.
- •The Giants' season and team unity may be affected.
- 3:18 AMYahoo Sports — ’How Do You Think You’d Do In Women’s Sports?’ — President Donald Trump Reveals Trans Athlete Joke With Jaxson Dart
"President Donald Trump and New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart seem to share an admiration for each other, and their relationship has been the talk of the NFL world lately. Now, the president has dragged the Giants quarterback into the ongoing debate about transgender athletes in women’s sports.
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