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Super Bowl: Taylor Swift Fans Slam Travis Kelce for Donald Trump Comments…..see more
In the lead-up to Super Bowl LIX, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce faced criticism from Taylor Swift fans following his comments about President Donald Trump’s planned attendance at the game.
When asked about Trump’s presence, Kelce responded, “It’s awesome.
It’s a great honor.
No matter who the president is, I know I’m excited because it’s the biggest game of my life, and having the president there…it’s the best country in the world.
So that’ll be pretty cool.”
This statement drew disappointment from many of Swift’s supporters, given the public tension between Swift and Trump.
In September 2024, Swift endorsed Kamala Harris for president, prompting Trump to declare, “I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!” on his social media platform.
Fans expressed their disapproval on social media, with some suggesting that Kelce’s remarks were insensitive to Swift’s history with Trump.
However, others defended Kelce, noting that he maintained professionalism and diplomacy in his response.
Hosts of “The View” praised Kelce’s answer, emphasizing that he was representing his team and country, rather than making a political statement.
A source close to Swift clarified that she was not upset with Kelce’s comments, understanding that his remarks were about respecting the office of the presidency, regardless of who holds it.
The incident highlights the complex interplay between sports, politics, and personal relationships, especially when public figures are involved.