Philadelphia Eagles plan to snub White House invitation after Super Bowl win
The Philadelphia Eagles plan to snub an invitation to the White House after winning the Super Bowl due to disagreements with President Donald Trump over players taking a knee during the national anthem. The team's owner, Jeff Lurie, and players have expressed their refusal to visit the White House if they win the championship.
Key Points
- Disagreement with President Trump over players kneeling during the national anthem
- Majority of team members and ownership group have decided to decline White House visit
- Previous snub of White House visit after 2018 Super Bowl win
Pros
- Standing up for equal rights and values
- Maintaining integrity and equality
Cons
- Potential backlash from supporters of the President
- Missed opportunity for a traditional White House visit