Trump comments on LeBron James amid Philadelphia 76ers announcement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 11:31 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
President Donald Trump addressed LeBron James during a White House press conference on July 24, suggesting that James is 'maybe a racist' when asked about the ongoing debate surrounding James and Michael Jordan. This discussion comes in the wake of James's announcement that he will join the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers following eight seasons. James confirmed his decision on July 24, stating he had not intended to play again but still loves the game. The comments reflect Trump and James's contentious history, Trump's criticism of James in 2017 regarding a White House invitation snub.
- •LeBron James announced his signing with the Philadelphia 76ers on July 24.
- •Trump has described Michael Jordan as a friend while criticizing James.
- •James left the Lakers after eight seasons, previously leading them to a championship.
- •James expressed uncertainty about his playing future before his signing announcement.
- •Tensions between Trump and James date back to 2017, showcasing a continued rivalry.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Donald Trump Calls LeBron James ‘Maybe a Racist’ Hours After His 76ers Announcement
- 12:42 AMThe Washington Post — Trump suggests LeBron James is ‘a racist,’ says he prefers Michael Jordan - The Washington Post
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Donald Trump Says LeBron James Is ‘Maybe a Racist’ in Bizarre Michael Jordan Debate
- 11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Trump suggests LeBron James 'racist' during Michael Jordan comparison
"President Donald Trump called LeBron James “maybe a racist” after being asked to choose between the newly announced Philadelphia 76ers star and Michael Jordan in ... Read More
"President Donald Trump was asked at the White House on July 24 about LeBron James after the star announced he was joining the Philadelphia 76ers.
"Donald Trump offered his take on LeBron James' blockbuster move to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, comparing him to Michale Jordan.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 5:00 PMDonald Trump Calls LeBron James ‘Maybe a Racist’ Hours After His 76ers Announcement
President Donald Trump called LeBron James “maybe a racist” after being asked to choose between the newly announced Philadelphia 76ers star and Michael Jordan in ... Read More
- The Washington PostJul 25, 2026, 12:42 AMTrump suggests LeBron James is ‘a racist,’ says he prefers Michael Jordan - The Washington Post
The president has long said he is “not a fan” of James, who announced Friday that he is joining the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 12:28 AMDonald Trump Says LeBron James Is ‘Maybe a Racist’ in Bizarre Michael Jordan Debate
Donald Trump offered his take on LeBron James' blockbuster move to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, comparing him to Michale Jordan.
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 11:31 PMTrump suggests LeBron James 'racist' during Michael Jordan comparison
President Donald Trump was asked at the White House on July 24 about LeBron James after the star announced he was joining the Philadelphia 76ers.
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