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Mookie Betts Confirms Attendance for Dodgers' White House Visit

Betts emphasizes team loyalty and personal growth as key reasons for his decision ahead of the April 7 celebration.

President Donald Trump speaks as he welcomes members of the Boston Red Sox during a visit to the White House in recognition of the 2018 World Series championship on May 9, 2019 in Washington, DC.
Dodgers star Mookie Betts, shown during a spring training game February in Scottsdale, Ariz., says he will attend the Dodgers’ White House visit on Monday. He skipped a 2019 visit with the Boston Red Sox during President Donald Trump’s first term. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
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Overview

  • The Los Angeles Dodgers will visit the White House on April 7, 2025, to celebrate their 2024 World Series championship.
  • Mookie Betts, who previously skipped a 2019 White House visit with the Red Sox, has confirmed he will attend this year with the Dodgers.
  • Betts expressed regret over his 2019 decision, calling it selfish and emphasizing his desire to support his team this time.
  • Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expects full team participation, highlighting the importance of tradition and unity in the visit.
  • Betts clarified that his decision is not political but rooted in celebrating the Dodgers' accomplishments as a team.