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Trump attacks LeBron James over national anthem snub in Philadelphia

Original: Duro botta e risposta tra Trump e LeBron James. All'esecuzione dell'inno nazionale che precede la partita a Philadelphia

Donald Trump and LeBron James are trading barbs after the Lakers star continued warming up instead of observing the national anthem before a game in Philadelphia. Trump accused James of disrespecting the anthem on social media, prompting a sharp exchange between the US president and the NBA superstar. The clash has reignited debate over athlete protests and patriotic protocol at sporting events.

Why now: The president publicly criticizing one of basketball's biggest stars has reignited the debate over anthem protests and athlete activism.

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• Duro botta e risposta tra Trump e LeBron James. All'esecuzione dell'inno nazionale che precede la partita a Philadelphia, LBJ ignora il protocollo e continua il riscaldamento. L'atteggiamento non sfugge all'inquilino della Casa Bianca, che sui social accusa la superstar del… · copymanLE@mastodon.uno · 1

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