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Donald Trump criticizes Hall of Fame voters over Roger Clemens snub

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:22 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Donald Trump criticizes Hall of Fame voters over Roger Clemens snub

Summary

President Donald Trump publicly criticized Hall of Fame voters for denying MLB legend Roger Clemens induction. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the voters as 'jealous' and defended Clemens, citing his achievements, which include seven Cy Young Awards and over 350 wins. Clemens has been on the ballot for years but has faced challenges due to steroid allegations, missing induction for the twelfth time in 2025. Trump’s comments mark another instance of his vocal support for Clemens, who remains a controversial figure in baseball history.

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By the Numbers

•Trump calls Hall of Fame voters 'jealous' on Truth Social
•Clemens won seven Cy Young Awards and 354 games
•Clemens missed 2025 induction by not receiving five votes
•Clemens' steroid allegations complicate Hall of Fame candidacy
•Trump has consistently supported Clemens' Hall of Fame bid

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5:22 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Jealous people’: Donald Trump rips Hall of Fame voters for snubbing Yankee legend

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We have seen President Donald Trump publicly praise a number of sports figures over the years, including Patrick Mahomes, John Harbaugh, and others. Of course, it always helps if the person on the receiving end of Trump’s affection has supported him in the past. Such is the case with MLB legend Roger Clemens, a lifelong…
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