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Trump Makes Historic NFL Appearance, Draws Boos From Crowd

Trump Makes Historic NFL Appearance, Draws Boos From Crowd

Summary

President Donald Trump attended an NFL game between the Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions. This marked the first time in nearly 50 years a sitting U.S. president has attended a regular-season NFL game. Trump received mixed reactions from the crowd, including boos during his appearance on the stadium's big screen.

Key Facts

  • President Trump attended a regular-season NFL game on Sunday.
  • He is the first sitting president to attend such a game since Jimmy Carter in 1978.
  • Trump watched from a suite with House Speaker Mike Johnson.
  • He received boos from portions of the crowd during his appearance.
  • The event took place at Northwest Stadium.
  • Trump had previously attended a Super Bowl while in office.
  • Lions receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown performed the "Trump dance" during the game.
  • Several government officials, including cabinet secretaries and a senator, were with Trump.

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