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Trump Criticizes LeBron For Anthem Protest

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Trump Criticizes LeBron For Anthem Protest. (2026, October 23). The Aporia. https://the-aporia.com/event/100014

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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday accused LeBron James of disrespecting the United States after the NBA star appeared to continue his warmups while the national anthem was performed before Philadelphia’s season opener on Tuesday.

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“I said right from the beginning that he’s no good, a TOTAL DISGRACE,” Trump said of James in a social media post sharing the video.

3 of 3 outletsfirst reported 22 Octwording from Toronto Star

James appeared to practice a golf swing and jump shot as The Star-Spangled Banner was performed at Tuesday’s game in New York.

3 of 3 outletsfirst reported 22 Octwording from Toronto Star

James, starting his first season with Philadelphia, was lined up alongside teammates who mostly stood still during the anthem.

3 of 3 outletsfirst reported 22 Octwording from Toronto Star

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Trump blasts 76ers' star LeBron James as 'disgrace' for not standing still during national anthem Toronto Star

Trump blasts basketball star LeBron James for not standing still during US anthem South China Morning Post

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  1. 22 Oct

    PHILADELPHIA (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday accused LeBron James of disrespecting the United States after the NBA star appeared to continue his warmups while the national anthem was performed before Philadelphia’s season opener on Tuesday.

    3 outlets · Toronto Star

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