Last year, the New England Patriots went to the White House on April 19. Two members of the Eagles, Mr. Long and LeGarrette Blount, declined to visit the White House last year when they were with the Patriots. At one point, a player said that it was difficult to trust the owners because they supported Mr. Trump. champion Golden State Warriors said that he and his teammates were considering a boycott of the visit, Mr. Trump announced that the team would not be invited. The history of sports teams visiting the White House dates to the 19th century, when baseball teams were invited.

Source: New York Times April 23, 2018 20:10 UTC