President Trump is scheduled to attend Washington Commanders And the Detroit Lions game on Sunday, according to the White House.
Sports commentator Pat McAfee said during the announcement that Trump would be seated in the Commander’s owner, Josh Harris’ box. espn,
The president is also expected to honor American veterans during the intermission, a White House official told The Hill’s sister outlet NewsNation.
His appearance at the game comes as Trump has increased his presence in the sports world since returning to the White House.
In February he became first sitting president To attend the super bowlWhen the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans. A week later, Trump was also seen Daytona 500 Speedway and drove around the racetrack in his convoy known as “The Beast”.
He welcomed the eagles After the team went to the White House in April refused to meet Following the 2018 victory over the national anthem protests.
The President attended new york yankees game On September 11, went to a golf tournament and saw ufc championship fight With former White House adviser and tech billionaire Elon Musk in April.
White House is also expected Host a UFC fight On June 14, 2026 – also his Trump’s 80th birthday – as part of America’s celebration 250th birthday,
Despite his decision to attend the game, the President attended expressed regret at On some of the NFL’s decisions in recent months – including New kick-off ruleHe was also critical of the decision to change the name Washington DC football team To the commanders.
