Overview

• Pat McAfee criticized Canada during WWE's Elimination Chamber event in Toronto after fans loudly booed the U.S. national anthem.
• McAfee later clarified his remarks, saying his reaction stemmed from national pride and his frustration with anthem disrespect.
• Canadian fans' booing has been linked to escalating tensions over U.S. tariffs and political rhetoric, including President Trump's comments about making Canada the '51st state.'
• Keith Olbermann has called for ESPN to fire McAfee, accusing him of dragging the network into a political controversy.
• McAfee has expressed a desire to move past the controversy, acknowledging Canadians' passion for their country and proposing a reconciliation.