At the New York Yankees stadium, during the game against the Detroit Tigers, US President Donald Trump appeared to mark the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, sparking mixed reactions from the crowd – both applause and boos.
Before and after his first pitch, repeated chants of “U-S-A” could be heard, while when his image was shown on the big screen during the national anthem and later during the “God Bless America” performance in the seventh inning, he received both applause and jeers.
Donald Trump at Yankees stadium dancing to YMCA after Kirk assassination (video)
Some fans even started chanting his name. Trump was in Yankees president Randy Levine’s suite, behind protective glass panels, alongside Levine and team owner Hal Steinbrenner. The YES Network broadcast his entrance during the second inning break, while the announcement was made over the stadium’s public address system. The Yankees won 9-3 in front of 40,608 spectators.
Before the game, Trump visited the locker room and greeted the players. “You’re going to win, you’re going all the way and you’re making the playoffs,” he told them, in a scene broadcast on Fox. The coach called the visit “significant,” while team star Aaron Judge added: “I had never met a sitting president before. Regardless of political beliefs, especially today, 9/11, it’s a day that reminds us of New York’s strength and resilience in one of history’s darkest moments.” However, the sight of Trump singing and waving his hands to the Village People’s “YMCA” – which accompanied his entire presidential campaign – made a painful impression, coming just 24 hours after the assassination of his supporter Charlie Kirk, who had contributed significantly to his election in several states and had considerable influence among young people.
President Donald Trump with Yankees team president Randy Levine and owner Hal Steinbrenner. pic.twitter.com/hJ2scYJiJ4
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The timeline of Charlie Kirk’s assassination
The well-known conservative activist was assassinated on September 10, 2025, when he was shot while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem. The bullet came from the rooftop of a neighboring building, while thousands of students and citizens had gathered to hear him speak, turning a political event into a scene of tragedy. The perpetrator was identified as 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, a Utah resident, who was arrested by authorities shortly after the attack. According to investigation findings, he used a hunting rifle with a scope, while shell casings with carved political and offensive messages were found at the scene. Robinson had no criminal record, however, relatives reported that he had shown increased politicization recently. He faces charges of premeditated murder, attempted obstruction of justice, and illegal weapons possession, with the murder charge potentially prosecuted as a felony that could carry the death penalty.
Kirk’s assassination has been characterized by many as a “political execution,” while the incident has created a climate of anger and concern about the escalation of political confrontation in the US. Conservative commentators and politicians speak of an attack that highlights hatred toward public figures, while social media platforms have erupted with extensive debate about how violent content is distributed and how such incidents are managed by platforms.
Investigations are in full swing, while the case is expected to go to court soon, with public opinion closely monitoring both the administration of justice and the political ramifications of an assassination that has already left a deep mark on the American political landscape.
