**Summary: Donald Trump to Attend NCAA Wrestling Championships in Philadelphia**
Former President Donald Trump is set to attend the NCAA Wrestling Championships on Saturday in Philadelphia, where Penn State leads the tournament.
### Who, What, When, Where, Why
– **Who**: Donald Trump, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, and Senator Dave McCormick.
– **What**: Attendance at the NCAA Wrestling Championships.
– **When**: Saturday.
– **Where**: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia.
– **Why**: To support college wrestlers, particularly as Penn State leads the competition.
### Trump’s Support for College Wrestling
Trump expressed his enthusiasm for attending the NCAA Wrestling Championships, stating, “We’re going to the big fight. The reason I’m going is in Philadelphia. They have the NCAA, world, wrestling for college. And I’ve always supported the wrestlers.” He highlighted the impressive performance of Penn State, which currently holds a significant lead in the tournament.
### Notable Attendees
– **Jim Jordan**: A former wrestling champion and assistant coach, Jordan is joining Trump at the event. He won the NCAA Division I men’s wrestling title twice during his collegiate career.
– **Dave McCormick**: The Pennsylvania senator is also attending, sharing his excitement on social media about supporting the championship in his home state.
### Historical Context
The NCAA Wrestling Championships return to Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center for the first time since 2011, when Penn State won the title on home turf. The Nittany Lions have dominated the sport, winning eight of the last 11 championships, including the last three. A victory on Saturday would mark their third consecutive title.
### Conclusion
With the NCAA Wrestling Championships showcasing top talent, how will Penn State perform in their quest for another title?
### FAQs
**Q: When was the last time the NCAA Wrestling Championships were held in Philadelphia?**
A: The last NCAA Wrestling Championships in Philadelphia took place in 2011.