Trump accuses LeBron James of disrespecting anthem

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President Donald Trump accused NBA star LeBron James of disrespecting the United States after James appeared to continue warming up while the national anthem played before Philadelphia’s season opener on Tuesday. Trump called James “a TOTAL DISGRACE” in a social media post and said he should apologize to military veterans and others who died for the American flag.

WHO: U.S. President Donald Trump

WHAT: Trump accused LeBron James of disrespecting the United States during the national anthem and called on him to apologize.

WHEN: Oct 20, 2026

WHERE: USA

WHY: Trump made the accusation after James appeared to continue warming up during the anthem before Philadelphia’s season opener.

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