Former NFL star running back Le’Veon Bell received criticism from Asante Samuel, a two-time Super Bowl champion and four-time Pro Bowler, over his comments about the upcoming presidential election. Bell stated that if Vice President Kamala Harris defeated former President Trump, he would leave the United States. Samuel responded by telling Bell to leave now and added daily reminders to check if he had left yet. Samuel also took the opportunity to criticize Trump, saying, “That’s a shame, Trump got y’all attacking people. Make America Trumpless Again.”
Bell is not alone in his support for Trump among professional athletes. He attended a rally for Trump in Pennsylvania with his former Pittsburgh Steelers teammate Antonio Brown. Bell even watched a Steelers game with Trump and Brown, expressing his admiration for the former president. In a video recapping his time with Trump, Bell praised him for his actions, stating that Trump didn’t ask him to say or do anything, but showed his support out of genuine care. Bell emphasized that Trump didn’t have to do anything for him, but did so because he is a “real one.”
It’s interesting to note that Bell’s support for Trump has sparked controversy among fans and fellow athletes. While some may disagree with his political views, it’s important to recognize that athletes, like any other individuals, have the right to express their opinions and support the political figures of their choice.
Overall, this exchange between Samuel and Bell highlights the diverse political perspectives within the sports world and the impact that politics can have on athletes’ personal lives and public image.
