President Trump plans to bring in a military band and chorus for a performance of the national anthem in lieu of an celebrating the Super Bowl champion Eagles at the White House on Tuesday.
The White House has blamed the team for the cancelation and accused players of choosing to “abandon” their fans through a “political stunt.” Only a handful of Eagles players had been expected to attend the White House event. The disinvitation turned the victory that thrilled Philadelphia fans, sending scores into the streets to celebrate the Super Bowl victory, into a national and political flashpoint.