President Donald Trump hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House on Thursday to commemorate the team's victory in the 2024 World Series. The ceremony, held in the Rose Garden, recognized the Dodgers as the first team to win consecutive championships in 25 years after they defeated the Toronto Blue Jays in seven games. This was the team's second visit to the executive mansion during the Trump administration, following a celebration in the East Room in April 2025.
During a prior event at the Environmental Protection Agency, the president praised Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani for his performance as both a pitcher and a hitter. Team manager Dave Roberts stated that the visit was a celebration of professional achievement rather than a political gesture, noting that the invitation is a recurring goal for championship teams. While most players attended, right fielder Mookie Betts was absent, stating he chose to spend the scheduled day off with his family.
The Dodgers visited Washington during a break between their series against the Philadelphia Phillies and an upcoming series against the New York Mets. The tradition of championship baseball teams visiting the White House began in 1869 with the Cincinnati Red Stockings. The event took place in a renovated Rose Garden area that now includes a patio feature installed during the current administration.