In a surprising turn of events, Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce found himself in hot water following the recent U.S. presidential election, where former president Donald Trump emerged victorious over vice president Kamala Harris. Just a day after the election, Kelce celebrated his team’s thrilling 30-24 overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers by posting a gallery of photos on Instagram, showcasing his teammates and the joyous atmosphere at Arrowhead Stadium.

While his team improved to an impressive 8-0 record, many fans were still reeling from the political outcome and took to the comments section to express their displeasure with the timing of his celebratory post. “Love you but feel like maybe this could have been rescheduled to post any day but today,” one fan remarked, reflecting the sentiment of others who urged Kelce to “read the room.” Others echoed these feelings, saying things like, “Travis, please not right now; we’re mourning.”

Adding to the intrigue, many fans were curious about Kelce's girlfriend, pop sensation Taylor Swift. Swift had publicly endorsed Harris during the election campaign, and with her holding a suite at Arrowhead Stadium to cheer on the Chiefs, fans couldn’t help but wonder how the couple was handling the election results. One user jokingly asked, “Are you and Taylor okay after your embarrassing loss last night?” while another quipped, “So when is your and Taylor’s plane leaving?”

Despite the controversy, Travis Kelce has not made any public endorsements for either presidential candidate, leaving fans guessing about his political stance. Meanwhile, Swift is gearing up for the final leg of her highly successful Eras Tour, which kicks off in Toronto shortly after the election and will wrap up in Vancouver.

In this politically charged climate, celebrity athletes like Kelce are finding themselves navigating the treacherous waters of social media and public perception, where the timing of their posts can spark fierce debate among fans. As both the football season and the political landscape evolve, how will Kelce and other celebrities manage their public personas? One thing’s for certain—fans will be watching closely.