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Trump insists star NFL draft pick is a huge fan despite skipping White House event

The Independent·Josh Marcus·21 days ago
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President Trump claims that Fernando Mendoza, the recent number one NFL draft pick, is a “big fan” of the Trump administration, even though the quarterback did not join his former Indiana University teammates visiting the White House on Monday to celebrate their national championship . Mendoza, who was drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders first overall , even called the president to apologize, Trump said. “He was so nice,” Trump said. “He called because actually…(he’s) a big fan of ours. You wouldn’t believe it because he didn’t show up. I’m not happy, but that’s OK. The reason he didn’t is because he’s at spring training, right?” “ Fernando couldn’t be here today because, as I said, he’s now a member of the Las Vegas Raiders and let’s see how good a team they have,” Trump added. “I think he’s going to do great. He’s a winner.” The Independent has contacted Mendoza for comment.…

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