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Trump’s criticisms incite more player protests at NFL games

President Donald Trump’s criticism of players who protest during the national anthem incited a mass increase in such activism Sunday, with more than 100 NFL players sitting or kneeling and,others raising their fists.

Trump says NFL should fire players who kneel during anthem

During a rally Friday night, President Donald Trump said NFL owners should fire players who kneel during the national anthem. And he’s encouraging spectators to walk out in protest.

 
Las Vegas police say race played no role in Michael Bennett’s detainment

Metropolitan Police Department Undersheriff Kevin McMahill denied race played a role when officers detained Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman Michael Bennett after the Aug. 26 Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight.