Fernando Mendoza faces criticism after skipping White House visit

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Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza told the media he will not be visiting the White House with his former team, the Indiana Hoosiers, to meet President Trump.

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Mendoza says he doesn’t want to make a bad impression on his new teammates.

“As a rookie, I don't think that's a good look. I gotta prove myself. I can't miss practice."

Some fans understood where Mendoza was coming from; others didn’t, and they made it clear how disappointed they were in him. 

“His family immigrated…

A little appreciation to miss practice once won’t kill him.”

“I love politics I LOVE POLITICS give me a person who I can debate with or chat with any day. But even I, if I were Fernando, I wouldn't say this stuff, ever. Why not just save it for your private conversations now? He's literally the #1 pick. With great power comes great responsibility.”

A lot of other fans appreciated Mendoza’s dedication to his team.

“Why? Who would criticize him for that. The dude is the number 1 pick. He is absolutely right.”

“He's got a good excuse.  He's trying to make his bones in the NFL and it's good that he's taking it serious.”

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