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Jaxson Dart faces backlash after supporting Trump at rally

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:13 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Jaxson Dart faces backlash after supporting Trump at rally

Summary

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart appeared alongside President Donald Trump at a May 22 rally in New York. Dart's decision to support Trump has drawn criticism from teammates, particularly Abdul Carter, who expressed concerns regarding Dart's influence and the political implications of his actions. Carter, a practicing Muslim, highlighted the tensions surrounding Trump's controversial policies affecting the Muslim community. The situation raises questions about Dart's role and reaction from both the team and the public as the NFL season approaches.

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•Dart supported Trump during a rally at Rockland Community College on May 22.
•Abdul Carter criticized Dart's appearance, citing its broader implications.
•Carter emphasized that some issues transcend football.
•The Giants' locker room dynamics could be affected by this controversy.
•Trump's past remarks and policies continue to complicate the conversation.

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3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Jaxson Dart exercised his freedom to support Trump, now the Giants’ fallout is his to own
3:13 PMSB Nation — Jaxson Dart exercised his freedom to support Trump, now the Giants’ fallout is his to own - SB Nation

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