POTUS Donald Trump surprises fans with a special video message at the CFP National Championship

As advertised, Donald Trump The second inauguration of the President of the United States took place on Monday, the same day as the CFP Championship game. After being sworn in during the morning, the 47th president gave a message during the game in between Ohio State Buckeyes and Notre Dame Fighting Irish.

During halftime of the championship game, ESPN interrupted its coverage to show a political statement from Donald Trump. The address lasted about 1:30 minutes and only briefly mentioned the match.

Trump began his message by hailing this “historic and exciting day” for the country and outlined what to expect from his second term.

“In years past, our people have suffered greatly, but starting now, we will take America back and make it safer, richer, and prouder than ever before. We will have a nation full of compassion, strength, and excellence.

“Through our might and power, we will stop wars and we will lead the world to peace. We will be respected again and we will be admired again, admired as we haven’t been in many, many years. We will put America first, and in doing so, we will we will make America great again.

Trump also sent a message to the two teams in the national title game.

“To all the players and fans watching tonight, I know it’s been a long, hard road. It’s been a long season, but you’ve got two great teams, and come to the game and come out and fight hard and fair and let the better team win, and I’ll enjoy watching it, thank you and good night,” Donald Trump said.

The president was not present at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the message was pre-recorded.

Donald Trump attended the 2018 CFP Championship Game during his first term

Although not known as an avid football fan, Trump has attended college football games before. First of all, he has been seen at Army-Navy games in the past, including this season’s edition of the game. He too performed in the Alabama-Georgia game in September.

Trump also attended the Alabama-Georgia game during his first term as president, which was also the national championship game that season.

The Crimson Tide won the national championship with a thrilling 26-23 overtime victory.