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Dodgers Confirm White House Visit to Celebrate 2024 World Series Win

The team will meet President Trump on April 7, continuing a historic tradition, while some players remain undecided about attending.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 30: The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate with the trophy after defeating the New York Yankees 7-6 in game 5 to win the 2024 World Series at Yankee Stadium on October 30, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Nov 1, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Walker Buehler (21) holds the World Series trophy during the team celebration at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he will visit the White House this year.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles Dodgers will visit the White House on April 7, 2025, to celebrate their 2024 World Series victory, followed by a Capitol Hill visit on April 8.
  • Manager Dave Roberts, who previously expressed reluctance during Trump's first term, has confirmed his attendance, calling the visit a 'huge honor.'
  • Some players, including Mookie Betts, remain undecided about attending, citing personal considerations and past decisions to skip similar events.
  • The visit has drawn mixed reactions from fans, with some criticizing the decision due to political disagreements with President Trump.
  • The announcement comes shortly after controversy over the temporary removal and subsequent restoration of a Department of Defense webpage honoring Dodgers legend Jackie Robinson's military service.