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Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker has publicly endorsed a political candidate for the first time, throwing his support behind Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley. Butker, a three-time Super Bowl champion, will join Hawley at three campaign stops on Thursday, following Hawley’s announcement to supporters. In a fundraising email shared by Hawley, Butker described himself as a "husband, father, and most importantly a Christian," and praised Hawley’s commitment to defending religious rights, the Constitution, and the pro-life movement. Butker emphasized Hawley’s strong stance on issues that align with his values, particularly his fight for the unborn. Butker, known for his outspoken views, previously made headlines after his commencement address at Benedictine College, where he praised his wife as a "homemaker" and criticized President Biden's stance on abortion and LGBT "Pride Month."
