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Trump signed an executive order to prevent a Long Island Rail Road strike that could have disrupted the event.
Up to 18,000 fans daily are expected to use the railroad to get to the tournament at Bethpage Black.
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. — Donald Trump saved the Ryder Cup .
At least that's what the White House is saying.
While announcing the president's weekly schedule and his intention to attend the Ryder Cup Sept. 26 at Bethpage Black , White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt added the biennial event "would not be taking place this year" without Trump's help.
Trump, an avid golfer and golf fan, recently signed an executive order establishing a Presidential Emergency Board to investigate disputes between the Long Island Rail Road and the unions. The request fo