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Asante Samuel criticizes Donald Trump on social media

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:30 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Asante Samuel criticizes Donald Trump on social media

Summary

Asante Samuel, a two-time Super Bowl champion and NFL cornerback, expressed his political views on social media, targeting President Donald Trump. Samuel criticized Trump's negotiation skills, contrasting them with former President Barack Obama's approach to international deals, particularly regarding Iran. He stated, 'Trump can’t negotiate or lead the country,' reflecting ongoing debates about the former and current presidents' policies. Samuel's comments come after Trump signed a deal with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz. This marks a continued trend of athletes voicing their political opinions on platforms like X.

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By the Numbers

•Asante Samuel played 11 seasons in the NFL.
•Samuel criticized Trump's negotiation abilities on X.
•Samuel contrasted Trump's actions with Obama's deal with Iran.
•Trump signed a deal regarding the Strait of Hormuz recently.
•Samuel's son, Asante Samuel Jr., is an NFL player.

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12:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘He Could Never Be Obama’ — Super Bowl Champion Takes Shots at Donald Trump, Claims President ‘Can’t Negotiate or Lead’

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Politics is often a divisive topic, and sports figures and athletes are no different from everyone else in their differing political opinions. Current President Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama are among the many political figures who have staunch defenders and avid supporters.
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