President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that imposes new restrictions on college athletes, limiting them to five seasons of play within a five-year window and allowing only one transfer without having to sit out a season. Schools that fail to comply with these regulations could face the risk of losing federal funding. Legal experts have indicated that the order may be challenged in court, potentially rendering it unconstitutional and unenforceable. This uncertainty could deter athletes from transferring, especially with the basketball transfer portal set to open soon. Trump's administration has previously attempted to influence college sports governance, but past efforts have yielded limited results. The NCAA has struggled with enforcement since a 2021 Supreme Court ruling clarified its vulnerability to antitrust laws, leading to changes in transfer rules. Meanwhile, Congress continues to debate legislation related to college sports, with the SCORE Act pending in the House and negotiations ongoing in the Senate. The executive order does not address significant issues such as athlete employment status or revenue sharing from television contracts.