Jason Kelce Slammed for 'Tone Deaf' Fourth of July Post After Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Signing

Jason Kelce, the beloved Philadelphia Eagles legend, found himself in hot water this Fourth of July after posting a seemingly innocent celebration of American unity on social media. Sharing a video of dazzling fireworks, Kelce wrote, "Man I love the 4th! One of the great days we all can set aside our differences in this country, and enjoy the one thing we all share in common. That we are American! Cheers to you oh beautiful America." Sounds heartwarming, right? Not to everyone.

The timing of his post couldn’t have been worse. Just hours earlier, President Donald Trump signed what’s been dubbed the "big, beautiful bill," a piece of legislation that has sparked fierce debate and deep division. The backlash in Kelce’s comment section was swift and brutal. Critics called his message "tone deaf" and "out of touch," with one user lamenting, "Unfortunately Jason this is not real life for many. They signed the worst bill for so many Americans today just to rub it in our faces." Another went as far as saying there’s "nothing beautiful about this country right now."

Kelce, who has generally steered clear of political commentary, saw his post rack up over 2,000 comments—a stark contrast to the engagement on his recent posts. It’s a reminder that even a well-intentioned message of unity can ignite a firestorm when the national mood is so fractured. While Kelce may have wanted to celebrate shared values, many felt the day was overshadowed by policy decisions that hit too close to home.

This incident also shines a light on the broader challenge public figures face in navigating a polarized landscape. Kelce’s silence on politics in the past hasn’t shielded him from criticism, especially when emotions are running high. With the 2024 election looming and cultural divides deepening, even a fireworks video can become a lightning rod.