Article snippet: MORE on Monday abruptly announced that Super Bowl champions the Philadelphia Eagles would not visit the White House on Tuesday, citing the team's participation in national anthem protests. "The Philadelphia Eagles are unable to come to the White House with their full team to be celebrated tomorrow. They disagree with their President because he insists that they proudly stand for the National Anthem, hand on heart, in honor of the great men and women of our military and the people of our country," Trump said in a statement. "The Eagles wanted to send a smaller delegation, but the 1,000 fans planning to attend the event deserve better," he added. Trump said Eagles fans are still invited to the White House "to be part of a different type of ceremony — one that will honor our great country, pay tribute to the heroes who fight to protect it, and loudly and proudly play the National Anthem." "I will be there at 3:00 p.m. with the United States Marine Band and the United States Army Chorus to celebrate America," he said. A copy of Trump's schedule released by the White House just after 10 p.m. Monday said that at that time on Tuesday he would be participating "in the Celebration of America." Trump has frequently criticized NFL players who protested during "The Star-Spangled Banner" before games last season, calling for them to be punished or fired. Multiple Philadelphia players were among those who protested during the national anthem last season to raise awareness o... Link to the full article to read more