Trump divides Internet over cheers and boos as he shares video of his reception at NCAA championships
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: President Donald Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social to share a video clip of his reception at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) wrestling championships in Philadelphia on Saturday, March 22, reported Newsweek.
Since winning the White House for a second term on November 5, 2024, Trump has made appearances at a number of sporting events, including the Super Bowl 2025, the Daytona 500, as well as an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fight.
Donald Trump makes an appearance at Philadelphia NCAA
The NCAA wrestling championship which Donald Trump attended took place in the Democratic-leaning city of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, a swing state that Trump won over in the 2024 general election.
President Trump at the Division I NCAA Wrestling Championship. 🇺🇸🏆 pic.twitter.com/aywIdBMjcy
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) March 23, 2025
In the video that he uploaded and has since gone viral across platforms, the 78-year-old incumbent is seen receiving a standing ovation in the arena, with many breaking into chants of "USA! USA!" at one point.
However, not everyone was pleased to have the MAGA leader in attendance. Many spectators were reportedly heard booing in the Wells Fargo Center arena, highlighting a mixed reception for the POTUS. Outside the venue, approximately 300 demonstrators were present to protest Trump, as per NBC10.
Wyatt Hendrickson — a second lieutenant in the @usairforce — salutes President Donald J. Trump after winning an @NCAAWrestling national championship 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/KK4ngwH7mW
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) March 23, 2025
Trump was accompanied by GOP Pennsylvania Senator Dave McCormick, tech billionaire and White House advisor Elon Musk, and Congressman Jim Jordan at the event. The heavyweight final fight was won by Oklahoma state wrestler Wyatt Hendrickson, who saluted and hugged Trump, wrapped in an American flag.
Internet divided as Donald Trump shares video of his welcome at NCAA championships
Netizens reacting to the video of Donald Trump's reception at the NCAA final had mixed opinions on the subject. The following tweets demonstrate their takes.
"It's pretty cool that the President goes to all these events and is engaged with the populace," wrote a user.
It's pretty cool that the President goes to all these events and is engaged with the populace
— Echo (@VaultEcho) March 22, 2025
"The GOAT is in the house!" shared another.
"What's not to love about this president? HE is the PEOPLE'S president," noted a user.
What's not to love about this president. HE is the PEOPLE'S president.
— Arista Mercury (@AristaMercury) March 23, 2025
"Our very own Kim Jong-un, complete with fawning state-run media," mocked one.
Our very own Kim Jong-un, complete with fawning state-run media.
— Mr. Yellow 🅰️⚛️ (@Gamboleer) March 22, 2025
"I hear a lot of boos," quipped one user.
"When is this dude going to stop campaigning and start working?" inquired another.
When is this dude going to stop campaigning and start working?
— EyeOfTheKing (@EyeOfTheKing1) March 23, 2025
"Propaganda adulation fix," chided yet another.
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