Eagles' Players Skip White House Visit, Boycotting Trump? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G
Donald Trump’s second term as US president has seen him using sports as a platform to push his political agendas, but it’s not without significant backlash. From his controversial ban on transgender athletes in women’s sports to the ongoing tensions with NFL players, the sporting world is giving him a response as strong as his actions. The latest incident involves the Philadelphia Eagles, who had a mixed reception at the White House, with many notable players absent. While players cited "conflicting schedule" as the reason, fans feel it is because of the 2018 feud. Trump added more drama to the evening by taking a jibe at pop star Taylor Swift. Rupha Ramani explores how Trump’s political manoeuvres are shaping the future of sports in America and the growing rift between the President and the athletes.