Ah, yes, a good old-fashioned White House celebration—with a little curveball from President Trump, naturally. While the media might’ve been expecting a stiff, sterile photo op, what they got instead was peak Trump: off-the-cuff, unscripted, and completely unafraid to roast a few swamp dwellers standing within spitting distance of the Resolute Desk. You gotta love it.
President Trump congratulates the 2024 World Series Champion, the LA @Dodgers, on a legendary season.⚾️
“I’m thrilled to welcome to the White House very special people… very talented people.” pic.twitter.com/eXBAfZYKp9
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) April 7, 2025
The occasion? Welcoming the 2024 World Series champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers, to the White House for a victory lap. But in typical Trump fashion, he turned a ceremonial moment into must-see television. Standing before the team, press, and a few uncomfortable senators squirming in their seats, Trump greeted the players with genuine admiration—“very special people… very talented people,” he said, nodding toward the Dodgers roster. And then, with that signature Trump grin, he pivoted: “Others — we have a couple of senators here. I just don’t particularly like them, so I won’t be introducing them!”
PRESIDENT TRUMP: “We have a couple of senators here. I just don‘t particularly like them, so I won’t be introducing them!” pic.twitter.com/6ju1bnQmQi
— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) April 7, 2025
Boom. Just like that, half the room choked on their mineral water. The other half? Laughing. Because say what you want about Trump, the man knows how to read a room—and absolutely owns it. Of course, in the Beltway, calling out unnamed senators to their faces isn’t “presidential,” but maybe that’s why it landed so well with regular Americans. He was doing what half the country wishes they could do: look D.C.’s smug ruling class right in the eye and say, “Nope. Not pretending I like you.”
And then, with a quick pivot worthy of a Hall of Fame shortstop, Trump dove back into praising the team. Once the laughter died down—after all, even he was a bit surprised at how hard it hit—he tried restarting his remarks twice before finally pushing forward. Washington may be allergic to authenticity, but out in America, this is what real leadership looks like: loose, genuine, and not beholden to political niceties.
Naturally, Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers’ MVP phenom and international sports sensation, became the star of the day. Trump lit up when talking about him, calling him a “movie star” and jokingly asking, “Is he good?” like Ohtani hadn’t just rewritten the MLB record books. Even Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts got in on the moment, laughing along and assuring the President, “He’s only getting better.” Trump’s response? “That’s scary for a lot of people.” Nailed it.
Then came the cherry on top: Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw presenting Trump with a custom jersey featuring his name and the number 47. Not exactly subtle—but who needs subtlety when it’s that good? Trump held it up with pride, the symbolism loud and clear. And let’s be honest, no one’s buying a “President 47” jersey for anyone else right now.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw presents President Donald J. Trump with a 47 jersey. ⚾️ pic.twitter.com/dqOM7bfamy
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) April 7, 2025
The moment that really put a bow on the event? Trump personally invited Ohtani to the Oval Office. Not because he had to. Because he wanted to. “It’s a great honor, you’re an amazing athlete and person,” he told him. Not bad for a guy who supposedly doesn’t do diplomacy.
Happening now behind the scenes, President Donald Trump welcomes
Los Angeles @Dodgers Shohei Ohtani to the Oval Office…POTUS: “It’s a great honor, you’re an amazing athlete and person…” pic.twitter.com/LUUCspxFgu
— Dan Scavino (@Scavino47) April 7, 2025
All in all, the entire event was a masterclass in what makes Trump Trump. A little irreverent, a lot charismatic, and completely unafraid to say what most politicians are too chicken to admit. In a town where fake smiles and fake handshakes are the norm, Trump’s candor—especially toward senators in the room—was like a breath of fresh air. Or maybe more like a fastball down the middle: fast, loud, and impossible to ignore.
