St. Louis Soccer Match Ejects Fan for Wearing MAGA Hat Amid Political Tensions

A man was ejected from a Major League Soccer match in St. Louis, Missouri, reportedly for wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat. A video shared on social media shows Michael Weitzel being asked to leave Energizer Park, claiming it was because of his Donald Trump-themed hat. In the footage, Weitzel states, "I am Michael Weitzel, and I have been asked to leave because of the Donald Trump hat," as security personnel instruct him to exit. One security guard, who expressed support for Trump, explained, "They’re non-political here… they don’t want any kind of political messaging." Weitzel pointed out that several spectators in the stands were waving national flags, which the guard said were "pre-approved." According to Fox News, the stadium’s rules prohibited political banners, but did not specify restrictions on hats. While security claimed the rules were enforced uniformly, Weitzel confirmed he was "being evicted from the premises." As he reached the concourse, he remarked, "Trump is not welcome in St. Louis City SC Club." A security staffer offered him the chance to return to his seat if he removed his hat, but an off-camera voice indicated that the situation had escalated beyo...