Seven-time Cy Young Award winner and former MLB star Roger Clemens had a bold message for Americans who threatened to leave the country if Donald Trump won the 2024 election. In a post on X, Clemens celebrated Trump’s victory with a clear statement: “To anyone who said, ‘I’m leaving America if Trump wins’… don’t let the door hit you on the way out.”
Who ever said “I’m leaving America if Trump wins” … don’t let the door hit you in the ass on the way out. ??
— Roger Clemens (@rogerclemens) November 6, 2024
The Yankees and Red Sox icon expressed pride in Trump’s win, calling it “massive” for the nation. Clemens praised Vice President-elect JD Vance, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and “the people” who he said helped make the victory possible. “I’m most proud of the people. We did it!” he shared, applauding the support behind Trump’s return to office.
Clemens, a proud Texan and longtime Republican, has been vocal about respecting the presidency, regardless of political divisions. “I am a Republican and I support our President and will continue to do so,” Clemens has previously stated. “No matter who our President may be, I will continue my support and root for them to be successful, just as I did when President Obama was in office.”
His message touched on a recurring phenomenon: before Trump’s 2016 victory, several celebrities, including Whoopi Goldberg, Amy Schumer, and Samuel L. Jackson, publicly declared they would leave the country if Trump won. However, following his election, few actually followed through. This time around, personalities like Andy Cohen, Christina Applegate, and Cardi B took to social media to express their frustration over Trump’s victory against Vice President Kamala Harris, though none have announced plans to relocate.
In recent years, more celebrities have voiced support for Trump, particularly leading up to the 2024 election. High-profile names like Elon Musk, Zachary Levi, and Brittany Mahomes joined longtime supporters like Hulk Hogan and Kid Rock in backing the president-elect. Clemens is one of many sports figures supporting Trump, with UFC CEO Dana White, commentator Joe Rogan, NFL star Nick Bosa, and former MLB pitcher Greg Swindell standing in his corner.
Clemens, known as “The Rocket,” is widely considered one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history. Over his 24-year career with the Red Sox, Blue Jays, Yankees, and Astros, he amassed a record of 354-184, a 3.12 ERA, and 4,672 strikeouts, earning a reputation as one of the game’s fiercest competitors. His admiration for Trump dates back to Trump’s defense of him during his legal battle in 2008, when Clemens faced federal charges related to alleged steroid use.
With Trump poised to take office again, Clemens and countless supporters across the nation are celebrating what they see as a new chapter of American strength and resilience.