Giants teammates split as Jaxson Dart introduces Trump at New York rally
Jaxson Dart, the New York Giants quarterback, introduced President Trump at a campaign rally in Suffern, New York, which caused a rift among his teammates. Dart expressed his honor in introducing Trump, who praised him during his speech. Teammate Abdul Carter criticized Dart's appearance, highlighting the division within the team.
- ▪Jaxson Dart introduced President Trump at a campaign rally for Rep. Mike Lawler.
- ▪Teammate Abdul Carter expressed disapproval of Dart's appearance on social media.
- ▪The rally was held in support of Lawler, who is facing reelection in November.
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New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart made a surprise appearance Friday to introduce President Trump at a campaign rally for Rep. Mike Lawler in Suffern, New York — and the appearance quickly divided the Giants’ locker room. Mr. Dart, 23, led the crowd at Rockland Community College in a “Go Big Blue” chant before introducing the president. “What an honor, what a privilege it is to be here,” Mr. Dart told the audience. “I’m grateful, I’m honored, I’m pleasured to introduce the 45th and 47th president of the United States of America, President Donald J. Trump.” Teammate and fellow rookie Abdul Carter, 22, took immediate issue with the appearance, reposting video of Mr. Dart on X and writing, “Thought this s—t was AI, what we doing man.” Mr. Trump returned the affection, calling Mr.
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