Brittany Mahomes, wife of NFL star Patrick Mahomes, is under renewed scrutiny after an old tweet resurfaced amidst backlash she’s facing for recently liking a social media post by former President Donald Trump. The controversy began on Friday when fans noticed that Brittany had liked an Instagram post outlining 16 of Trump’s policies as he campaigns for a second term in the White House. The action didn’t go unnoticed, sparking a wave of criticism online.
Adding fuel to the fire, an old tweet from Brittany dating back to September 24, 2017, has been brought back into the spotlight. In the tweet, Brittany expressed her frustration with Trump during his presidency, particularly at a time when athletes were protesting racial injustice by taking a knee during the national anthem. “Trump, you have now offended waaaay too many people,” she wrote, although the specific incident she was referring to wasn’t made clear.
However, the context of the time provides some clues. In 2017, Trump was vocal in his opposition to NFL players kneeling during the national anthem, a protest that was meant to highlight racial inequality and police brutality. Trump’s harsh criticism of the movement included statements like, “Sports fans should never condone players that do not stand proud for their National Anthem or their Country. NFL should change policy!” He also suggested that fans should boycott games until players stopped “disrespecting” the flag, advocating for the suspension or firing of those who knelt.
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Given this history, Brittany’s 2017 tweet seemed to align with those who were critical of Trump’s stance on the issue. However, her recent action of liking Trump’s post in 2024 has left many fans puzzled and upset, with some even speculating that it could strain her friendship with pop superstar Taylor Swift, who has been outspoken against Trump and his policies.
The backlash from fans was swift, with many expressing their disappointment and questioning Brittany’s stance. Despite the criticism, Brittany didn’t shy away from responding. She took to Instagram to fire back at her detractors, delivering a strong message to those who had been critical of her.
“I mean honestly, to be a hater as an adult you have to have some deep-rooted issues you refuse to heal from childhood,” she wrote. “There’s no reason your brain is fully developed and you hate to see others doing well.”
Brittany’s response suggests she’s unfazed by the backlash, but the situation has undoubtedly stirred the pot, bringing her past and present actions into sharp focus.
As she prepares for the arrival of her third child with Patrick Mahomes, it remains to be seen how this controversy will affect her public image and personal relationships moving forward.
