ESPN Headline Softens LeBron Anthem Controversy as Trump Calls Golf Swing a 'Disgrace'
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Updated · Fox News · Oct 23
ESPN Headline Softens LeBron Anthem Controversy as Trump Calls Golf Swing a 'Disgrace'
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Oct 23
Summary
ESPN described LeBron James as "not standing still" during the national anthem after video showed him practicing a golf swing before his 76ers debut Tuesday.
Donald Trump amplified the episode at an Iowa rally and on social media later in the week, calling James's conduct a "TOTAL DISGRACE."
The criticism centers on ESPN's framing of the clip, which opponents say downplayed a more deliberate act than minor movement during "The Star-Spangled Banner."
James, 41, was also shown practicing his swing during the anthem on Christmas Day last year, making the latest incident part of a recurring controversy.