Summary
The U.S. women's hockey team declined an invitation from President Donald Trump to attend the State of the Union address due to previous commitments and logistical challenges. The team expressed appreciation for the invitation, but travel and scheduling issues made attendance difficult.
Key Facts
- The U.S. women's hockey team won a gold medal and received an invitation from President Trump.
- The team declined the invitation because of academic and professional commitments.
- Scheduling and travel logistics were challenging for the team.
- The U.S. men's gold medal-winning hockey team was also invited.
- The women's team learned of the invitation late and could not change their plans.
- The women's team traveled on commercial flights, whereas the men's team used a charter flight.
- The White House did not comment immediately on the situation.
