Brittany Mahomes, wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, faced backlash for hinting at support for Donald Trump on social media. She defended her stance and received praise from conservative commentator Candace Owens. Patrick Mahomes has never publicly expressed support for a political figure.
Key Points
Brittany Mahomes liked comments indicating support for Donald Trump on Instagram
Received criticism from fans of Taylor Swift and others
Defended her stance on social media
Patrick Mahomes has refrained from publicly endorsing any political figure
Pros
Encourages freedom of expression
Raises awareness of differing political views in sports
Cons
Received backlash and criticism from fans and media