Tua Tagovailoa Faces Criticism After Playing Chess With Trump's Grandson

Photos of the Dolphins quarterback with Ivanka Trump's family spark polarized reactions online.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was photographed playing chess with Ivanka Trump's son during a family gathering.
Ivanka Trump shared the photos on Instagram, which also included Dolphins wide receiver Braxton Berrios and moments of the family playing football together.
The images received mixed reactions, with some online users criticizing Tagovailoa for associating with the Trump family, while others saw it as a harmless interaction.
Tagovailoa's wife, Annah, has previously expressed support for Donald Trump, sharing posts praising his actions during Hurricane Milton in 2024.
The incident reignites discussions about the intersection of sports, politics, and personal affiliations in public life.