Trump loudly booed by fans at NBA finals in New York
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US President Donald Trump was loudly booed by fans at Madison Square Garden after appearing on the Jumbotron during the national anthem, becoming the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game.
Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, becoming the first sitting US president to attend an NBA Finals game.
According to footage widely circulated on social media and reports from US media outlets, boos erupted from parts of the arena after Trump appeared on the venue's giant video screens. The reaction drew significant attention both inside the arena and online, with videos of the incident quickly spreading across social media platforms.
The president's visit was accompanied by extensive security measures around Madison Square Garden. Additional screening procedures, restricted access zones and increased law enforcement presence led to longer entry times for spectators and disruptions to some fan activities surrounding the game.
Several attendees expressed frustration that heightened security arrangements had overshadowed what many viewed as one of the most important sporting events of the year. Some fans said the atmosphere surrounding the president's visit became a major talking point before tip-off.
Trump's appearance also came amid ongoing political tensions over immigration policies and federal enforcement actions, issues that have generated significant debate in New York and other major US cities.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized what he described as efforts to create fear among immigrant communities, reaffirming the city's commitment to protecting residents and maintaining social cohesion.
The incident highlighted the deep political divisions that continue to shape public life in the United States, where even major sporting events have increasingly become venues for political expression.
Despite the controversy, the game proceeded as scheduled, while Trump's appearance remained one of the most widely discussed moments of the evening.(ILKHA)
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