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Trump's Controversial Yankee Stadium Appearance: Cheers or Jeers?

2025-09-13

Author: Lok

In a dramatic turn of events, President Donald Trump faced a cacophony of boos during his recent appearance at Yankee Stadium to mark the anniversary of the September 11 attacks.

However, in a strikingly edited video he posted on Truth Social, not a single boo is heard. Instead, the soundtrack is filled with enthusiastic applause, raising eyebrows about the authenticity of the portrayal.

Trump watched a thrilling game between the New York Yankees and the Detroit Tigers from a private viewing box obscured by bulletproof glass, underscoring the heightened security concerns surrounding his public outings.

This event came just a day after tragic news broke about the shooting of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, a staunch Trump supporter. In a poignant moment, the stadium observed a moment of silence for Kirk before the game started.

Earlier that day, at a memorial event at the Pentagon, Trump announced he would bestow the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Kirk posthumously. This prestigious honor is one of the highest civilian awards in America.

During an appearance on Fox & Friends the following day, Trump insisted that the fans at Yankee Stadium were "really nice," despite the crowd's mixed messages. He also expressed his hope that Kirk's assassin would face capital punishment.

In a related development, police apprehended 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, who was linked to the shooting of Kirk, after being reported by a family member.

This lukewarm reception at Yankee Stadium mirrors Trump’s recent experience at the U.S. Open, where he also faced a tumultuous crowd reaction, including notable boos as he took in the men's singles final.