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President Donald Trump was gathered on stage by Pittsburgh Steelers players during his speech at the US steel plant in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, Friday.
Steelers Quarterback Mason Rudolph, Safety Miles Killebrew and earlier ran back Rocky Bleier, who won four Super Bowls in Pittsburgh in the 1970s, took the stage and presented the president of a custom No. 47 jersey.
“I have the honor of making you an honorary Pittsburgh Steeler and would like to present your jersey,” Bleier said.
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President Donald Trump speaks at US Steel Mon Valley Worksirvin Plant Friday, May 30, 2025 in West Mifflin, Pa. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Trump introduced each of the three players and praised Rudolph as a potential franchise quarterback for steelers.
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President Donald Trump speaks at US Steel Mon Valley Worksirvin Plant Friday, May 30, 2025 in West Mifflin, Pa. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
“I happen to think a really good quarterback is a man named Mason Rudolph,” Trump said. “I think he’s getting a big shot. He’s tall. He’s pretty. He has a good arm. And I have a feeling he’s getting the guy.”
Trump also complimented Killebrew and called security a “killer”.
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Rocky Bleier presents President Donald Trump with a Steelers jersey during a demonstration with steel workers in West Mifflin, Pa., Outside Pittsburgh on Friday 30 May 2025. (Pool)
Trump has become popular with professional athletes throughout his second period and goes back to his campaign, especially among footballers. Trump’s signature dancing became a frequent touchdown party during the NFL season 2024.
