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NFL Fined Star Player $10,000 for Wearing Trump MAGA Hat

The NFL has fined star player, DeSean Jackson, $10,000 for wearing a Trump MAGA hat on the field after a game. The fine was delayed until after the election, likely to avoid controversy.

Jackson, a wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, wore the hat after the team's win over the New York Giants on November 1. The NFL's policy prohibits players from wearing political messages on their uniforms or equipment.

The NFL did not immediately comment on the fine. Jackson has not yet commented on the fine.

NFL's Policy on Political Messages

The NFL's policy on political messages states that players are not allowed to wear clothing or equipment that displays political messages. This includes hats, shirts, and other items.

The policy was put in place in 2017, after several players protested during the national anthem. The NFL has said that the policy is intended to maintain the neutrality of the game.

Reaction to the Fine

The fine has been met with mixed reactions. Some people have defended Jackson's right to wear the hat, while others have criticized the NFL's decision to fine him.

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has said that the NFL's policy is a violation of the First Amendment. The ACLU has said that the NFL cannot censor players for expressing their political views.

Conclusion

The NFL's decision to fine DeSean Jackson has sparked a debate about the league's policy on political messages. The ACLU has said that the policy is a violation of the First Amendment, while the NFL has said that the policy is intended to maintain the neutrality of the game.