Butkers Comments Spark Controversy

Kansas City Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker Criticizes LGBTQ Initiatives, President Biden in Divisive Speech

Butker's Comments Spark Controversy

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has come under fire for his controversial speech at a Catholic college where he criticized LGBTQ rights diversity initiatives and President Joe Biden. The speech, which was delivered at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas, has sparked widespread criticism and calls for Butker to be released by the team.

Breakdown of Butker's Speech

Butker, 28, spoke at the college's 2024 commencement ceremony. In his speech, he praised the school's Catholic values and criticized what he called the "LGBTQ agenda." He also referred to President Biden as a "tyrant" and said that the Biden administration was "trying to destroy our country."

Butker's comments were met with immediate backlash. Many people, including LGBTQ rights activists and politicians, condemned his remarks as hateful and divisive.

Chiefs Respond to Butker's Comments

The Kansas City Chiefs have not yet publicly commented on Butker's speech. However, team sources have indicated that they are aware of the controversy and are considering how to respond.

Butker's contract with the Chiefs expires at the end of the 2023 season. It is unclear whether the team will re-sign him in light of his recent comments.