Barkley Joins Trump Before Eagles' White House Visit

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley drew controversy after spending time with former President Donald Trump both at Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey and during a recent tech summit, just before the Eagles' White House visit to celebrate their Super Bowl LIX victory. Barkley was photographed with Trump and his family and later traveled with Trump to Washington D.C. on Marine One. The Eagles, who previously skipped the White House visit in 2018, accepted this year's invitation, with owner Jeffrey Lurie emphasizing that attendance is optional for players. Barkley's meeting with Trump sparked polarized reactions among fans and raised questions about potential impacts on his endorsement deals. Quarterback Jalen Hurts evaded questions about his attendance, highlighting differing attitudes within the team. The incident underscores ongoing tensions between sports, politics, and athletes' personal associations.