The White House social media team gate-crashed Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding celebration on Friday, albeit only in the digital realm. The official X account for the executive mansion posted a doctored image of the wedding announcement that had been displayed on video boards outside Madison Square Garden.

The original screenshots flashed the words "JUST&T MARRIED!" confirming that the pop superstar and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end had officially tied the knot. The White House version replaced that announcement with the text "TRUMP IS YOUR PRESIDENT."

The trolling move was predictable given the well-documented history of animosity between President Donald Trump and the pop star. Trump has publicly stated that he has grown to dislike Swift, while the singer made her political stance clear during the 2024 election cycle. At that time, she endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris and notably used J.D. Vance’s "childless cat lady" description in her endorsement post.

An invitation for the president or his administration to the festivities was never likely to be extended from either side. The snub comes as no surprise to political observers who have tracked the public feud between the two high-profile figures.

The wedding itself was a star-studded spectacle that drew widespread media attention throughout the day. Celebrity guests began arriving at Madison Square Garden on Friday afternoon, with the Empire State Building providing a symbolic touch by lighting up in blue to serve as Swift’s "something blue."

Actor Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, while Swift’s brother, Austin, served as man of honor. Jason Kelce, Travis’s brother and a former NFL star, performed the duties of best man. The bride and groom both wore custom designs by Christian Dior for the occasion.

The guest list featured a roster of A-list celebrities, including Bradley Cooper, Gigi Hadid, Ed Sheeran, Hugh Grant, and Miranda Lambert, among many others. The venue choice of Madison Square Garden added a unique and iconic backdrop to the high-profile nuptials.

Despite the social media jab from the White House, the couple was undoubtedly focused on their wedding celebration. With Swift in the midst of celebrating her marriage at one of New York City’s most famous landmarks during one of the country’s busiest holiday weekends, it is likely the newlyweds paid little attention to the online jab.

The wedding marks a significant personal milestone for Swift, who has been in the public eye since her teenage years. For Kelce, the event comes on the heels of another Super Bowl victory and solidifies his status as one of the most recognizable athletes in the country. The couple has been a subject of intense media interest since they began dating.

As the holiday weekend continues, the newly married pair are expected to enjoy their time away from the public spotlight. The White House’s digital trolling is unlikely to overshadow what was otherwise a memorable and joyous occasion for the couple and their guests.

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