Mookie Betts, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ star shortstop, has announced that he will not be joining his teammates for the White House visit on July 23. Betts stated that his decision has nothing to do with politics, but rather with spending time with his new baby.
Family Time
Betts explained that with the birth of his new baby, he wants to prioritize family time. He also mentioned that he has been to the White House several times before, making this trip less appealing. The White House visit is a traditional ceremony for championship-winning teams, but it has become a point of controversy in recent years.
The Dodgers’ organization has faced criticism from left-wing sportswriters and fans for accepting President Donald Trump’s invitation to visit the White House. However, the team’s manager, Dave Roberts, has emphasized that the visit is a ceremonial event and not a political statement.
Kike Hernandez, another Dodgers player, has also announced that he will not be attending the White House visit, citing his scheduled rehab assignment. Hernandez has been an outspoken advocate for illegal immigrant rights and has criticized the Trump administration’s enforcement of immigration law.
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