The Trump Administration has deemed professional athletes essential workers in the United States — here's what that means for the return of sports
And now, the Trump Administration is using its power to help expedite the process.On May 22, acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad F. Wolf signed an order that allows foreign professional athletes to enter the United States to train and compete in their respective sports. The provision also exempts team leadership and essential staff as well as spouses and dependents from laws that would otherwise prevent them from traveling stateside.
According to the release, the order applies to athletes and staff affiliated with the NBA, WNBA, MLB, PGA, LPGA, NHL, ATP, and WTA. In a call with members of the media Wednesday afternoon, commissioner Lisa Baird confirmed that the National Women's Soccer League — which will be— is also included in the directive.
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