• Donald Trump attended the Washington Commanders vs. Detroit Lions NFL game, the first sitting president in nearly 50 years to do so.
• His appearance attracted loud boos from the crowd during multiple moments, including an on-field ceremony.
• Trump commented on the state of the nation and expressed involvement in the Commanders' stadium plans.
• Fans reacted online, calling the incident “brutal” and “humiliating,” while some MAGA supporters decried the booing.
• There is a history of mixed receptions for Trump at sports events in Washington, D.C.

During the Washington Commanders' game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday, Donald Trump became the first sitting U.S. president in nearly half a century to attend a regular-season NFL game. His visit was met with widespread boos from fans, especially when he was shown on the videoboard late in the first half, sharing a suite with House Speaker Mike Johnson and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The jeering persisted during an on-field enlistment ceremony where Trump read an oath for military members, according to sfgate and CBS News.

Trump acknowledged his late arrival, stating, "We’re gonna have a good game. Things are going along very well. The country’s doing well. The Democrats have to open it up," referring to ongoing discussions about a government shutdown. The audience's reception was mixed, with scattered cheers occurring alongside the boos, particularly given the strong Democratic support in the D.C. area, affecting the local sentiments towards Trump, as reported by timesofindia and CBS News.

The 45th president's appearance included ceremonial elements such as an Air Force One flyover and a pledge to support a new stadium for the Commanders, situated at the former RFK Stadium site. He expressed confidence in future developments, stating, "They’re going to build a beautiful stadium. That’s what I’m involved in," according to sfgate, timesofindia, and CBS News.

As the game progressed, Trump engaged in casual conversation with Fox broadcasters, reflecting on his high school football experience. Despite the unsatisfactory reception, his remarks and the surrounding events highlighted his ongoing engagement with the sporting community. The reaction from fans on social media called the moment “humiliating” and expressed a range of opinions, showcasing a divide in public sentiment toward Trump’s presence at such an event, as noted by timesofindia and others.