The Giants’ Jaxson Dart doesn’t need to face an inquisition over his respect for Trump — he just needs to win
Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart has faced backlash for introducing President Trump at a rally, igniting a media firestorm. While some teammates expressed their respect for Dart, others criticized his actions, leading to public debates about political opinions in sports. The incident highlights the ongoing tension between personal beliefs and team dynamics in the sports world.
- ▪Jaxson Dart introduced President Trump at a rally, which sparked controversy.
- ▪Teammates Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes defended Dart, emphasizing respect despite differing opinions.
- ▪Abdul Carter, another Giants player, publicly questioned Dart's actions but later clarified their relationship was good.
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Kirsten Fleming Opinion The Giants’ Jaxson Dart doesn’t need to face an inquisition over his respect for Trump — he just needs to win By Kirsten Fleming Published May 28, 2026, 6:47 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Remember Harrison Butker’s commencement speech heard around the world? Back in May of 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs’ kicker delivered a commencement address at Benedictine, a Catholic college, praising very traditional ideas about marriage, family and motherhood. Once it hit X, the speech set off a firestorm — particularly within sports media, with many blasting his words as sexist and anti-gay.
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