Trump slams NBA’s LeBron James for national anthem actions
Donald Trump posted a video of the basketball legend performing warm-up movements during the national anthem, which he called disrespectful.
US President Donald Trump has criticized NBA star LeBron James for what he claims is disrespectful behavior during the national anthem before a Philadelphia 76ers game. Trump posted a video of James doing warm-up movements while lined up with his teammates, questioning his loyalty to the country. James, who is entering his 24th NBA season with the 76ers, has not yet responded to Trump's accusations.
Trump has previously criticized athletes, particularly Black players, for their actions during the national anthem, most notably singling out NFL player Colin Kaepernick for kneeling during the anthem to protest racial injustice and police brutality during his first term in office.
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