- President Donald Trump claims that Fernando Mendoza, the number one NFL draft pick, is a “big fan” of his administration.
- Mendoza did not attend the White House visit with his former Indiana University teammates to celebrate their national championship.
- Trump said that Mendoza called him to apologize, attributing his absence to spring training commitments.
- The Las Vegas Raiders confirmed Mendoza was at their facility for preseason preparations on the day of the White House visit.
- Mendoza had previously indicated he would not be able to join the White House visit due to his obligations as a rookie with the Raiders.
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