The question of whether the Philadelphia Eagles will make the customary visit to the White House following their Super Bowl victory has sparked considerable debate on social media.
Recent reports suggested the team might forgo this tradition. However, the White House has dismissed these claims as "fake news," leaving it uncertain whether an official invitation has been extended to the team.
As reported by The Washington Examiner, the Eagles' previous Super Bowl win in 2018 was marred by controversy when a planned visit to the White House was canceled by then-President Donald Trump. The cancellation followed protests by some team members during the National Anthem.
Trump remarked, "The Philadelphia Eagles Football Team was invited to the White House. Unfortunately, only a small number of players decided to come, and we canceled the event. Staying in the Locker Room for the playing of our National Anthem is as disrespectful to our country as kneeling. Sorry!"
This year, the decision to visit the White House appears to rest with the team. Offensive tackle Lane Johnson previously mentioned it would be a "team decision." Meanwhile, quarterback Jalen Hurts offered a nonchalant response to the news of Trump's potential attendance at the Super Bowl, stating, "Hes welcome to do what he wants." This contrasts with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who described Trump's attendance as a "great honor."
While Trump congratulated the Kansas City Chiefs on their third consecutive AFC championship, he has remained silent regarding the Eagles' NFC championship victory. The Washington Examiner has reached out to the Philadelphia Eagles for a comment on the possibility of a White House visit this year.
In a related note, former First Lady Jill Biden, an ardent Eagles supporter, attended the Super Bowl in 2023, where the Eagles faced defeat against the Chiefs. Earlier in the season, she was met with boos from fans at Lincoln Financial Field during a pregame event in October.
Her attendance was part of the NFL's "Crucial Catch" campaign, aimed at raising cancer awareness. During the event, she engaged with cancer patients, survivors, and their families, underscoring her commitment to the cause.
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