Trump Reacts to Mike Ditka's Passing: "A Tough Cookie

WHO:

Daily Mail Sports - President Donald Trump was informed of Mike Ditka's passing.

Fox News - Mike Ditka, legendary Chicago Bears coach and player, passed away at the age of 86.

WHAT:

Daily Mail Sports - President Trump paid tribute to Mike Ditka, calling him a "big supporter."

Fox News - Trump reacted to Ditka's death by saying, "Oh, he did? He was a great guy. He was with me all the way. He was tough."

Fox News - Trump described Ditka as "a tough cookie" and expressed sadness over his passing.

Fox News - Ditka was known for coaching the 1985 Bears, who had an 18-1 record and won a Super Bowl title.

WHERE:

Fox News - The reaction from Trump occurred on the South Lawn before heading to Syracuse.

WHEN:

Fox News - The announcement of Ditka's death was made on a Friday morning.

WHY:

Fox News - Ditka was a supporter of Trump ahead of the 2016 election.

HOW:

Fox News - The press pool informed Trump of Ditka's death before his trip to Syracuse with Mike Tyson and New York Yankees president Randy Levine.

President Trump has expressed his condolences following the passing of legendary Chicago Bears coach and player Mike Ditka, who died at the age of 86. Trump described Ditka as a "tough cookie" and a "big supporter," recalling their connection and saying, "Oh, he did? He was a great guy. He was with me all the way. He was tough." Ditka, known for coaching the iconic 1985 Bears team that achieved an 18-1 record and won a Super Bowl title, was remembered fondly by Trump on the South Lawn before his trip to Syracuse.