3 New Jersey Guys at The White House w/President & The Eagles

We just may have experienced a once in a lifetime opportunity … and, we know it.

I’m writing this commentary during our 3 1/2 hour car ride from The White House, back to the Atlantic City, New Jersey area.

An invitation from President Trump to visit The White House is one of the highest honors bestowed upon an American citizen.

Add to that, to be invited to the special event with the Super Bowl LIX Champion Philadelphia Eagles and it qualifies as a surreal moment.

THE WHITE HOUSE IS MAGICAL

I don’t care how old or young you are, The White House is a truly magical place.

Today was also a “Who’s Who,” celebrity palooza. The atmosphere was electric.

I looked to my left and it was Dr. Oz just a few feet away. I looked to my right and it was Congressman Burgess Owens and nearby him, was Kellyanne Conway.

I had the pleasure to bring my son Rob and my son-in-law Andrew with me. They were profoundly moved at just how special this incredible opportunity really was.

Here we are at The White House:

MY SON AT THE WHITE HOUSE

I asked my son to describe being at The White House  today, he said:

As a lifelong Eagles fan, it was insanely cool and unforgettable. I tried to soak up every second - perfect weather, amazing energy - just one of those rare, once-in-a-lifetime days, said Rob Hurley.

CROWD ENERGY WAS PHENOMENAL

There was many E-A-G-L-E-S, Eagles chants.

President Trump was hilariously funny throughout the program.

PROFESSIONALISM OF THE UNITED STATES SECRET SERVICE

The overall professionalism of The United States Secret Service is exemplary.

They do such a great job, including at today’s event.

JALEN HURTS DID NOT ATTEND TODAY - THAT WAS WRONG

There was a lot of anticipation about whether Hurts would attend today’s event. He did not.

To President Trump’s credit, he praised Hurts (despite his absence), calling him a “great talent and a great player.”

It was wrong for Hurts not to attend … but, I will not sully this beautiful day with any negative talk about Hurts skipping The White House event, except to say it was a mistake for him to not stand with his Eagles teammates today.

A FEW PHOTOS FROM A FABULOUS DAY AT THE WHITE HOUSE

Thank you to President Trump and Congressman Jeff Van Drew for this truly special opportunity today.