During the 2025 Super Bowl, President Donald Trump made history as the first sitting U.S. president to attend the NFL’s championship game. He was present at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, where the Philadelphia Eagles secured a 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Early Departure
Despite the historic occasion, President Trump departed the game at halftime, approximately an hour before its conclusion. This early exit was pre-scheduled to accommodate security measures and logistical considerations, as confirmed by the White House.
Critique of the Kickoff Rule
After the game, President Trump expressed dissatisfaction with a specific aspect of the Super Bowl—the kickoff rule. He criticized the rule, which was introduced to address low kickoff return rates and high injury rates, stating: “The worst part of the Super Bowl, by far, was watching the Kickoff where, as the ball is sailing through the air, the entire field is frozen, stiff.”
Interaction with Taylor Swift
During the Super Bowl, singer Taylor Swift was shown on the jumbotron and received boos from sections of the crowd. President Trump commented on this incident, stating: “The only one that had a tougher night than the Kansas City Chiefs was Taylor Swift. She got BOOED out of the Stadium.”
Conclusion
President Trump’s early departure from the Super Bowl was a planned decision to ensure security and logistical efficiency. His critiques of the kickoff rule and comments on Taylor Swift’s reception highlight his engagement with aspects of the event beyond the game itself.
