ESPN is known for leaning into their progressive politics and often taking digs at President Donald Trump. However, the outlet surprised viewers on Monday night by airing something out of the ordinary! During the College Football Playoff National Championship Game, ESPN aired a video message from Trump during halftime.
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90-second Trump message aired at halftime of College Football Playoff Championships
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The game, which saw the No. 8-seeded Ohio State Buckeyes claim their first national title in a decade with a 34-23 victory over seventh-seeded Notre Dame, was already drawing massive national attention. But it wasn’t just the on-field action that had people talking.
As the broadcast cut to halftime, ESPN’s Chris Fowler introduced a message from President Trump, addressing the nation on what was also Inauguration Day. “Today, of course, was Inauguration Day, and earlier today, President Donald J. Trump had this message,” Fowler said.
Trump said in the pre-recorded message: “Hello to my great fellow Americans. This has been a historic and exciting day for our country. In recent years, our people have suffered greatly, but starting now, we’re going to bring America back and make it safer, richer, and prouder than ever before.”
The president promised an era of peace and prosperity, and declared “We will be respected again, and we will be admired again—admired like we haven’t been in many, many years. We’ll put America first, and by doing so, we’re going to make America great again.”
The message was one of unity and strength, aimed to pull Americans together. Trump added, “To all of the players and fans watching tonight, I know it’s been a long and difficult journey. But you have two tremendous teams. Go out and fight hard and fight fair, and let the better team win. Thank you, and good night.”