It seemed like the controversy involving NFL players kneeling during the national anthem had died down a bit — that is until President Trump stirred up a hornet’s nest Friday night during a campaign trip to Alabama.
Trump unleashed a tirade of strong comments against NFL players who don’t stand during the playing of “The Star Spangled Banner.”
Kneeling during the national anthem in protest over perceived social injustices against African-Americans began last year.
A handful of white players didn’t stand Sunday, but the vast majority of those actively protesting were black, The Associated Press reports.
Trump’s take: It’s unpatriotic and NFL team owners should fire those refusing to stand.
Trump’s comments festered over the weekend and by the various game times on Sunday, roughly 200 players sat, knelt or raised their fists in defiance during the anthem.
Most of the players locked arms with their teammates — some coaches and team owners also joined in.
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