Americans react to Trump’s historic Super Bowl attendance: Video
As Donald Trump prepares to attend the Super Bowl, marking the first time a sitting U.S. president has done so, fans share mixed reactions about the historic moment.
“I just want it to be a fun game, not be political,” says Debra Ward, a retired Navy veteran and teacher from Virginia. She hopes Trump's presence will remain low-key.
Maria Salinas, who works in the Virginia school system, expresses concern. “I fear for the people. It's just a scary time right now, so I hope things will be okay,” she says. Despite her concerns, she acknowledges Trump’s proactive approach. “I don’t agree with everything, but I’d rather have a president who tries to do something than one who does nothing.”
For some, Trump’s attendance carries political implications. Daante Bowman, a professional dancer and creative director in Los Angeles, sees a potential link between the event and Black History Month.
“Why come to this one? And in Black History Month?” he asks, speculating that Trump's presence could be a strategic move regarding the Black vote or a reaction to Kendrick Lamar’s performance.
Bowman also wonders how Trump’s presence will shape the event. “Is he going to be hyping it up or looking down on it? Either way, this is the first time a president has attended the Super Bowl, and it gives Kendrick a platform to say what he has to say,” he told the AFP.
