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Eagles’ Saquon Barkley Says He’s Not Part of Trump’s Sports Council: ‘Definitely a Little Shocked when My Name Was Mentioned’
PHILADELPHIA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AUG 4 – Saquon Barkley declined the invitation due to his busy NFL schedule and family advice, despite being mistakenly listed as a council member by the White House, which announced 30 members.
- On Monday, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley announced he chose not to accept President Trump's offer to participate in the presidential advisory group focused on athletics, health, and wellness.
- The council was established by an executive order signed on July 31 to advise on fitness goals and revive the Presidential Fitness Test.
- Barkley said he was surprised his name appeared as a council member but declined due to a busy schedule and family advice.
- He expressed surprise when his name came up but believed it was a positive acknowledgment, and responded to criticism on X following the backlash.
- Barkley's refusal highlights confusion around the council's formation and suggests some athletes' inclusion on official lists was inaccurate.
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