U.S. President Donald Trump phoned Team USA on Thursday morning to express his support ahead of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game against Canada. Trump had already stoked simmering political tensions that morning in a post to his Truth Social account in which he once again referred to Canada as the “Fifty First State” and called Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “governor.

Rivalries aside, it provided the type of entertainment that those involved in the contest hope can help fuel a new generation of fans.

The game was played amid political tension between the U.S. and Canada, with President Trump making comments about Canada becoming the 51st state. Florida's economy, particularly tourism and agriculture,

President Donald Trump revealed his phone call with the U.S. Hockey Team, which was a motivational message delivered the way only Trump can.

Fans waving and wearing flags streamed into the TD Garden on Thursday night for the championship game of the 4 Nations Face-Off

President Donald Trump called the U.S. hockey team on Thursday to wish players good luck ahead of their 4 Nations Face-Off final against Canada.