Mookie Betts Skips White House Visit at 33, Citing New Baby and Apolitical Stance
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Updated · Fox News · Jul 18
Mookie Betts Skips White House Visit at 33, Citing New Baby and Apolitical Stance
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 18
Summary
Betts said he will not attend this year’s White House visit, framing the decision as personal rather than political after the Dodgers’ 2024 World Series title.
The 33-year-old told Fox News Digital he wants to spend time with his new baby and does not want athletes treated as political figures or vehicles for others’ agendas.
Betts said players are "damned if I do or damned if I don't" on White House visits, so he chose what was best for himself and his family despite expected backlash.
The Dodgers star did attend the White House in 2025, and his comments come during a comparatively down season in which he is hitting .235 with 11 home runs and 31 RBIs.