Cheers filled Yankee Stadium on Thursday night as President Donald Trump attended a game on the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The Yankees honored the day with a special tribute before the game, welcoming Trump, who served as both the 45th and 47th president of the United States.
As the crowd of 41,000 fans erupted in applause, Trump appeared on the Jumbotron, receiving a warm reception. Many fans began chanting his name, “Donald Trump! Donald Trump!” as he waved from a suite. During the National Anthem, he was again shown on the screen, prompting cheers from the audience.
In a post-game interview, Trump expressed his gratitude, saying, “The fans were really nice. You never know what you’re going to get in New York, but we got a tremendous applause because they love this country.”
Before the game, the Yankees paid tribute to the victims of 9/11, displaying an American flag and the message, “September 11, 2001, We Shall Not Forget.” Security was tight for the event, with fans strongly advised to arrive early and leave bags at home due to heightened security measures.
Trump’s visit came just a day after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative figure and supporter of the president. The Yankees held a moment of silence for Kirk before the game.
In the clubhouse, Trump encouraged the Yankees, telling them, “You’re gonna win.” His prediction proved correct as the Yankees triumphed over the Detroit Tigers, 9-3. Star player Aaron Judge shined with two home runs, including a 434-foot blast, after Trump praised him in the clubhouse. Judge described meeting Trump as “a surreal moment” and noted that the president’s visit boosted the team’s confidence.
The Yankees also took a group photo with Trump, capturing a memorable moment from the night. Overall, the event combined a sense of remembrance with a celebration of baseball, reflecting the spirit of New York City.
