On Sunday, FOX took their pregame show to the San Diego Naval Base ahead of Veterans Day on Monday. However, what was supposed to be a patriotic show turned sour after Michael Strahan’s actions.
The show played the National Anthem on the deck of a naval ship, and all other show hosts were seen with their right hands over their hearts except for Strahan, who kept his hands interlocked in front of him.
We conclude our show at the Naval Base San Diego with the national anthem 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/lDb2g6oF0f
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) November 10, 2024
Strahan has not commented on the situation or if what he did was intentional, but it could be because of the recent presidential election, where Trump won and is set to become the 47th president of the United States.
Politics and sports increasingly intertwine, so that thought is not much of a stretch.
Social Media Is Livid With Michael Strahan
Most social media users believe Strahan’s behavior was intentional and are not afraid to call him out and even call for his job.
Very disrespectful, Michael Strahan. Not placing your hand over your heart for the national anthem. If you don’t want to show respect for the country I served. Leave!!!
— Tony Guyette (@GuyetteTony) November 10, 2024
If you can’t respect our military, you need to be removed from the NFL ON FOX!! GOOD BYE STRAHAN!!
— Dean Garza (@GarzaDean) November 10, 2024
Is @michaelstrahan to woke to put his had across his heart during the national anthem? Kind of a slap to all the veterans he’s “praising” today.
— san pearson (@san_pearson) November 10, 2024
We conclude our show at the Naval Base San Diego with the national anthem 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/lDb2g6oF0f
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) November 10, 2024
