Megyn Kelly, a former anchor for Fox News, has voiced criticism of Tiger Woods for contacting President Donald Trump following his recent DUI arrest.
“Tiger, which didn’t kick things off on a good note, we now know—thanks to TMZ, which got the body cam from the officer, the footage—he called President Trump,” Kelly, 55, said during a recent episode of her YouTube show, The Megyn Kelly Show. “As soon as he rolled the car and got out of it and the cops were there, he called the president.”
She added, “Which is a douche move, I think. It’s very clear he called to try to get out of this somehow … There’s a statement where he later says to the cops … on the scene, ‘He was very apologetic for what he did last night.’ The night before, Trump had been on The Five on Fox News and had said, ‘I don’t think Tiger is going to play The Masters this year.’”
Kelly, who has been critical of Trump, 79, following the U.S. and Israel’s conflict with Iran, speculated that Trump revealed a private conversation with Tiger during a Fox News interview about the golfer’s career prospects.
“Keep in mind, he knows Tiger from the golf course—they’re friends—and also Trump’s now former daughter-in-law is dating him. Vanessa Trump, Don Jr.’s ex,” she continued. “So it sounds like Trump said something he wasn’t at liberty to say and had apologized to Tiger in that phone call. So, I suppose there’s a chance that Trump called Tiger to apologize just in the few seconds after the rollover, but I’m gonna go with Tiger called him and asked for some help because he knew this was going to be a PR disaster and potentially a legal one—and both were correct.”
Woods, 50, was arrested on March 27 in Florida after being involved in a rollover car accident. He was subsequently charged with DUI, property damage, and refusal to submit to a lawful test after declining a urinalysis. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
Megyn Kelly, Tiger Woods, President Donald Trump Getty Images
The breathalyzer test showed zero alcohol in Woods’ system, suggesting he was not under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident. However, authorities suspect he was impaired by drugs.
“Our DUI investigators came to the scene here. Mr. Woods did exemplify signs of impairment,” Sheriff John Budensiek said during a press conference. “They did several tests. He did explain the injuries that he had. We did take that into account.”
An affidavit from Us Weekly revealed that Woods had two hydrocodone pills in his pocket at the time of his arrest and appeared “lethargic and slow,” with “bloodshot and glassy” eyes and “extremely dilated” pupils.
On Thursday, April 2, TMZ published body cam footage of Woods’ arrest, which showed the golfer telling an officer, “I was just talking to the president.” The officer instructed Woods to remain close to the authorities after he attempted to walk away to speak privately with the president.
“Thank you so much. All right. You got it,” Woods could be heard saying into the phone. “Bye.”
On Tuesday, March 31, Woods addressed his arrest, announcing plans to seek unspecified treatment.
Vanessa Trump is showing her support for boyfriend Tiger Woods after he was arrested for driving under the influence, property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test. “Love you,” Trump, 48, wrote via her Instagram Story on Friday, April 3, alongside a photo of herself and Woods, 50, with two red heart emojis. […]
“I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today,” the pro golfer said. “I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery.”
He continued, “I’ve committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally. I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time.”
Later that same day, the president gave an “update” on Woods’ condition.
“I think he’s doing great, he’s doing good,” Trump said. “He tested negative for alcohol, as you know, and he is under a tremendous physical pressure from his various ailments, you know, the back and the leg. He lives a life of pain. He has a lot of pain. He’s an amazing guy. He’s an amazing athlete. He does have pain.”
