Trump's Patriot Games Debut: A Sparkly Distraction from Bigger Questions The rain soaked evening in Cleveland may have been a fitting backdrop for President Trump's recent visit to the Patriot Games.
However, it couldn't wash away the controversies that have dogged this event since its inception.
As the president took to the stage alongside ESPN's Pat McAfee, showered by sparklers and confetti, one couldn't help but wonder if this was just another carefully choreographed display of patriotism or a genuine attempt to connect with young Americans.