Tennessee issues warning ahead of President Trump’s attendance at Texas game
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump is expected to attend the Saturday SEC football game between the Texas Longhorns and Tennessee Volunteers in Knoxville, prompting increased security measures.
- The University of Tennessee Police Department (UTPD) advises fans to arrive significantly earlier than usual due to enhanced security screenings conducted by the Secret Service at all stadium gates.
- Fans should anticipate longer wait times, no re-entry once admitted, additional security checkpoints around Neyland Stadium, and adherence to the clear bag policy and prohibited items list.
- Heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic, temporary road closures, and traffic control measures will be in effect on campus several hours before kickoff, so fans are encouraged to allow extra travel time.
- The UTPD emphasizes that game day operations will be more complex than usual, with expected congestion and delays before and after the event due to the President’s presence.
