Former President Donald Trump received a mix of reactions Saturday when he appeared at Sneaker Con to introduce a new signature line of « Trump Sneakers. »
Former President Donald Trump traveled over the weekend to Pennsylvania, where he was greeted at Sneaker Con with mixed and emotional reactions from those in attendance.
Trump’s surprise appearance at the event — known as « The Greatest Sneaker Show On Earth, » according to the organizer’s website — came shortly before the former president travels to Michigan for a campaign rally.
Taking the stage at the event in Philadelphia, Trump appeared before a crowd of emotional attendees, some of whom cheered on the president as others booed him during his speech.
Trump spoke for roughly 10 minutes, appearing alongside a pair of gold, custom Trump-branded sneakers that are now being sold in limited supply for $399 a pair.
« A lot of emotion. There’s a lot of emotion in this room, » Trump said shortly after taking the podium. « They have lines going all around the block. They’ve never seen anything like this one. »
« I just want to tell you, you know, I’ve wanted to do this for a long time.
