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Recent statements by Travis Kelce regarding a jest made by the U.S. Secret Service during his White House visit have been clarified by the agency.
President Joe Biden welcomed the NFL player and his Kansas City Chiefs teammates to uphold the presidential tradition of inviting the reigning Super Bowl champions. Remarkably, this was the Chiefs’ second back-to-back celebration with President Biden.
During their visit on Friday, May 31, Kelce mentioned receiving a playful advisory from the Secret Service while at the White House. It alluded to the potential of being tased if he dared to move toward the presidential podium. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end shared this anecdote on the June 5 episode of New Heights, a podcast he hosts with his brother, Jason Kelce, a former Philadelphia Eagles center.
A Secret Service representative later explained that the “taser comment” was not serious but part of light-hearted interaction between agents and Travis. The agency was delighted to facilitate Travis and the Chiefs during their official White House visit, the spokesperson said. During this visit, Travis received a unique Secret Vice pin.
Don’t tase me, Joe
NEW EPISODE OUT NOW: https://t.co/LxzAdVHVbB pic.twitter.com/qg9bHFEfQm
— New Heights (@newheightshow) June 5, 2024
Past footage became popular ahead of the recent visit, featuring Travis approaching the podium with Biden beside him holding a jersey with “46” on it—the representation of his tenure as the 46th U.S. President. Travis humorously acted as if ready to give a speech before he got playfully intercepted by quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Recalling his previous White House visit where he faced an issue due to an expired ID, Travis made sure to carry his current U.S. passport this time. He recounted how some Secret Service members jokingly mentioned the taser upon his arrival.
At the commemorative event on the South Lawn, President Biden lightheartedly allowed Travis to approach the podium, commenting on the unpredictability of what Travis might say. Upon assuming his place at the podium and evoking laughter from the attendees, Travis remarked about the tasing warning before stepping back.
The New Heights podcast featured the two brothers reviewing the incident, where Travis humorously recalled feeling “tasers aimed at me when I was up there.”
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### FAQs
**Did the Secret Service actually threaten to tase Travis Kelce?**
No, the Secret Service clarified that the remark about tasing was part of a joke and not a genuine threat. It was simply playful banter between the agents and Travis Kelce.
**Was Travis Kelce given special treatment by the Secret Service during his White House visit?**
Travis Kelce received a special Secret Service pin during his visit, which is not necessarily a common gift for guests, suggesting a friendly rapport between him and the agents.
**Did President Biden allow Travis Kelce to speak at the podium?**
Yes, President Biden, in a jesting manner, allowed Travis to briefly step up to the podium during the event. This was despite the prior warning—he joked—about the possibility of being tased.
**Has Travis Kelce discussed the podium incident publicly?**
Travis discussed the podium incident on his podcast “New Heights,” stating that he had felt as though he was going to be tased while standing there, adding a humorous touch to the event’s recounting.
**Why did Travis Kelce make sure to bring his current U.S. passport to the White House this time?**
He brought his current U.S. passport to ensure he wouldn’t face any complications for identification, as he had in the past when his ID was expired.