On Sunday, the president showed up at the Washington Commanders’ game against the Detroit Lions at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. But instead of a hero’s welcome, fans reminded him that being president does not mean being loved by everyone.
Boos erupted when he appeared on the videoboard and again when the announcer introduced him.
BREAKING: Trump was just viciously BOOED at the Washington Commanders Detroit Lions game.
I’ve never heard a president booed this loudly in my life. Holy cow! pic.twitter.com/leRnDUOtbv
— Brian Krassenstein (@krassenstein) November 9, 2025
He attended the NFL’s Salute to Service, a halftime ceremony meant to honor military veterans. Trump read an oath for service members, likely expecting polite applause, but the crowd had other plans.
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The president’s day began with golf in Florida, because of course, why not. Later, he flew to Washington, proudly commenting on the pregame flyover. “I just want to say, was that the greatest flyover ever? Nobody’s ever done a flyover like that,” he told reporters.
From the stadium, it was clear the collective sentiment was less than enthusiastic. Fans were there for the tribute to veterans, not a presidential spectacle.
Trump became the first sitting president to attend an NFL regular-season game since Jimmy Carter in 1978. The Associated Press reported audible disapproval from the crowd when he appeared on the stadium screen, and even Fox News described the reception as “heavily critical.” Clearly, football fans aren’t immune to the president’s polarizing presence.
Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown brought a moment of levity. After scoring a touchdown, he and his teammates mimicked Trump’s signature dance, giving the stadium a lighthearted break and perfectly capturing the mood.
Commanders Club president Mark Clouse welcomed Trump warmly, praising the NFL’s tribute to veterans. Fans, however, sent their own messages, applause for the service members, jeers for the president. Some came for the game, and some came simply to remind Trump that admiration is never guaranteed.
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