President Donald Trump made history by attending Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, becoming the first sitting U.S. president to do so. His early departure from the game, however, sparked widespread speculation and discussion.
Early Departure Amidst Chiefs’ Struggles
Trump left the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans around 8:05 p.m. Central Time, more than an hour before the game’s conclusion. This timing coincided with the Philadelphia Eagles’ commanding lead over the Kansas City Chiefs, who were trailing 40-22. Some speculated that Trump’s early exit was due to his pre-game prediction favoring the Chiefs, and their poor performance may have influenced his decision to leave early.
Security and Logistical Considerations
The White House clarified that the early departure was part of a pre-planned schedule, primarily due to security and logistical considerations. Managing the movement of a president among 80,000 departing spectators posed significant challenges. The official schedule had always planned for his departure around 8:05 p.m. Central Time, more than an hour before the game’s end.
Reactions to the Halftime Show
During the halftime show, rapper Kendrick Lamar delivered a politically charged performance. The View’s Ana Navarro humorously remarked that Trump might “sign an executive order banning Black people from halftime,” reflecting the show’s satirical tone.
Post-Game Comments
After the game, Trump took to social media to comment on the event. He mocked singer Taylor Swift, who was booed by some fans during the game, writing, “The only one that had a tougher night than the Kansas City Chiefs was Taylor Swift. She got BOOED out of the Stadium. MAGA is very unforgiving!”
In summary, President Trump’s early departure from Super Bowl LIX was due to a combination of pre-planned scheduling and security considerations, rather than dissatisfaction with the game’s outcome.
