Biden jokes about Las Vegas luring Eagles away from Philly: 'I’ll get divorced if that happens'

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President Joe Biden welcomed the defending Stanley Cup champion Vegas Golden Knights to the White House on Monday to their championship celebration.

As Biden talked about Las Vegas becoming one of the top sports cities with champions ranging from the NHL’s Golden Knights and the WNBA’s Aces, he joked about the Philadelphia Eagles skipping town and what would happen to him.

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President Joe Biden speaks while holding a hockey stick during an event to celebrate the Vegas Golden Knights in their 2023 Stanley Cup victory in the East Room of the White House, Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, in Washington.  (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

"And together you’re building a legacy in a great American sports city. In fact, Kamala hosted the Las Vegas Aces back in September when they had just won back-to-back WNBA titles," Biden said.

"Just one promise: Don’t get the Philadelphia Eagles to leave and go… because I’ll get divorced if that happens. I married a Philly girl, and — and it’s a long story," he said referencing his wife Jill.

The first lady had made an appearance at Lincoln Financial Field in the past to cheer on her beloved Eagles. But there’s no chance of the team leaving for Sin City. The Raiders already have a home at Allegiant Stadium. The city will likely welcome the Oakland Athletics to town soon.

"You’re proving Vegas sports is one of the best shows in town," Biden said.

The Golden Knights are off to a hot start to begin their title defense. Vegas has 12 wins in 15 games. Coach Bruce Cassidy thinks the team’s continuity made the season feel like an extension of last year.

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