President Donald Trump was noticed in a salute through the nationwide anthem efficiency by Jon Batiste earlier than Tremendous Bowl LIX kicked off on Sunday on the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
Trump was proven within the stadium, and a raucous cheer was heard through the FOX broadcast from the group who noticed him.
Trump was standing in between New Orleans Saints proprietor Gayle Benson and Trump’s daughter, Ivanka, through the nationwide, which additionally obtained a loud roar from the group earlier than kickoff.
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President Donald Trump leaves the sphere after assembly with honorary coin-toss members, together with relations of the victims of the Jan. 1 terrorist assault, members of the New Orleans Police Division and emergency personnel, earlier than Tremendous Bowl LIX. (Stephen Lew-Imagn Photographs)
Trump confirmed on Sunday that he could be current through the Tremendous Bowl in New Orleans, releasing a message to specific his pleasure at seeing the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles go towards one another within the “Massive Recreation” as soon as once more.
The Chiefs and Eagles confronted one another for the Lombardi Trophy two seasons in the past.
“I look ahead to becoming a member of the followers in New Orleans for Tremendous Bowl LIX to cheer on two nice groups – the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles – as they battle for the Nationwide Soccer League’s Vince Lombardi Trophy,” Trump stated in a press release.
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“The coaches, gamers, and staff employees on the sphere tonight characterize the most effective of the most effective in skilled soccer, however additionally they embody the most effective of the American Dream. Their arduous work, dedication, and tenacity is admirable, and their particular person journeys are as inspiring because the drive and willpower that has led them to this extraordinary second. In addition they characterize the hopes and desires of our Nation’s younger athletes as we restore security and equity in sports activities and equal alternatives amongst their groups.
“Soccer is America’s hottest sport – for good purpose – it fosters a way of nationwide unity, bringing households, mates, and followers collectively and strengthening communities. This annual custom transcends our variations and personifies our shared patriotic values of household, religion, and freedom heroically defended by our army service members, legislation enforcement officers, and first responders. We worth their devotion to defending our nice Nation and salute their selfless service.”
President Donald Trump and Ivanka Trump react through the taking part in of the nationwide anthem at Tremendous Bowl LIX. (Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Photographs)
Trump additionally talked about the lives misplaced within the Jan. 1 terror assault that occurred on New Orleans’ historic Bourbon Avenue.
“This yr, the Tremendous Bowl returns to the Caesars Superdome for a file setting eighth time. Whereas 1000’s of followers from throughout our Nation collect in New Orleans to cheer on their favourite staff, we keep in mind that 14 households might be lacking a cherished one who was tragically murdered throughout a mindless terrorist assault whereas celebrating the New 12 months on Bourbon Avenue.
“Our ideas are additionally with the 35 people injured through the assault whose lives had been modified perpetually that fateful evening, and our prayers will stay with them for continued power, consolation, and therapeutic.
“Tonight, we look ahead to a terrific sport and the crowning of the Tremendous Bowl Champions. Melania joins me in sending our greatest needs for an ideal Tremendous Bowl Sunday. Could the most effective staff win, and should God bless you, your loved ones, and the USA of America.”
President Donald Trump and Ivanka Trump react through the taking part in of the nationwide anthem at Tremendous Bowl LIX. (Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Photographs)
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Trump is the primary sitting president to ever attend a Tremendous Bowl, and it’s anticipated to be an ideal sport that he and thousands and thousands of others will watch between the Chiefs and Eagles to wrap up the 2024 NFL season.
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