Super Bowl fans are confused about what happened when the camera focused on Donald Trump during the national anthem.
The 78-year-old is the first sitting U.S.
president to attend a Super Bowl, as the Kansas City Chiefs face the Philadelphia Eagles at the New Orleans Superdome this evening (9 February).
Before the game, Jon Batiste was singing the American anthem loudly, while the camera captured Trump sitting in the stands with his daughter Ivanka.
During the performance, some viewers wondered if Trump was being booed by people in the crowd.
One person wrote, “Y’all didn’t boo at Donald Trump loud enough.” Another said, “That was pretty stty to show Trump during Jon Batiste singing the National Anthem, forced me and half of America to boo.”
Another viewer asked, “Did they cheer or boo Trump?” and another echoed, “Did they boo or cheer Trump at the #SuperBowlLIX?”
Donald Trump becomes the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl.
“ I look forward to joining the fans in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX to cheer on two great teams – the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles – as they battle for the National Football League’s Vince Lombardi Trophy,” Trump said in a statement before the game.
“Their hard work, dedication, and tenacity is admirable, and their individual journeys are as inspiring as the drive and determination that has led them to this extraordinary moment.
“They also represent the hopes and dreams of our Nation’s young athletes as we restore safety and fairness in sports and equal opportunities among their teams.
“Football is America’s most popular sport – for good reason – it fosters a sense of national unity, bringing families, friends, and fans together and strengthening communities.
“We value their devotion to protecting our great Nation and salute their selfless service.”
