Le’Veon Bell, a former running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers, recently shared details of an encounter with law enforcement after attending a campaign rally for President Donald Trump. Bell posted a video on social media recounting how he was pulled over by an officer following the event in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.
Bell explained that the officer noticed his MAGA hat and, upon recognizing his support for Trump, decided to let him go without further questioning. Bell’s video highlighted the lighthearted nature of the interaction, and he expressed his appreciation for the officer’s kindness.
The post quickly gained attention online, with some social media users accusing Bell of experiencing what they called ‘MAGA privilege.’ This phrase circulated as users debated whether Bell received special treatment because of his visible support for Trump. Some commenters compared Bell’s encounter to other high-profile cases involving athletes and police.
In response to the comments, Bell humorously replied to a user who suggested that his respectful behavior during the encounter played a role. He confirmed that he remained calm and polite, adding a laughing emoji to his response.
Despite the humorous tone of Bell’s post, critics voiced concerns that the officer could face backlash. Several users speculated that efforts might be made to identify and target the officer involved, given the controversial nature of the interaction.
