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Trump’s unexpected reaction to Taylor Swift’s engagement

Trump reacts to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting engaged
  • Pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce announced their engagement in a joint Instagram post.
  • US President Donald Trump, who was in a cabinet meeting and initially unaware of the news, wished the couple "a lot of luck" when asked for his thoughts.
  • Trump described Kelce as a "great player" and Swift as a "terrific person" in his comments.
  • This reaction contrasts with Trump's previous public declarations of "hatred" for Swift, which began after she endorsed Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election.
  • Trump has repeatedly mocked and criticized Swift, including sharing edited images, taunting her over sports results, and questioning her attractiveness.
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