Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry has called for a policy that requires student-athletes to be present for the national anthem following the LSU women’s basketball team's absence during the anthem before their regional final game against Iowa. The Republican governor emphasized the importance of showing respect for those who serve and unite the country under one flag.
Gov. Landry urged all college boards, including Regent, to implement a policy that mandates student-athletes to be present for the national anthem or risk losing their athletic scholarships. This call to action comes after a video showed Iowa players holding hands during the anthem while LSU players had already left the court.
