Chiefs Owner Supports Butker's UPRIGHT PAC

Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt expressed support for kicker Harrison Butker's formation of a political action committee (PAC) named UPRIGHT PAC. The PAC intends to mobilize Christians to vote for 'traditional values' in the upcoming elections, an initiative that has drawn both support and criticism. Butker's political involvement follows a controversial commencement speech at Benedictine College, where he criticized Pride Month and advocated for traditional gender roles. Despite backlash, including from NFL fans and celebrities, Hunt welcomes players using their platforms for advocacy, stating that the team accommodates a range of political views. While the NFL distanced itself from Butker’s comments, emphasizing its commitment to inclusion, Butker has remained steadfast in promoting his conservative Christian beliefs alongside endorsements for Republican figures like Sen. Josh Hawley and former President Donald Trump.