Novak Djokovic’s Indian Wells Saga Reaches the White House as President Joe Biden Receives Harsh Criticism

Novak Djokovic’s controversial vaccination saga recently reached the White House when the President of the United States, Joe Biden, received harsh criticism from a renowned politician. The controversy began when Novak Djokovic withdrew from the upcoming BNP Paribas Open in Southern California. His request to enter the US  was rejected by the Department of Homeland Security.

Recently, DeSantis tweeted a swipe at the Biden administration’s immigration and COVID-19 vaccination policies. The Governor of Florida went on to call on the president to lift his restrictions and allow Djokovic to compete in the US.

Novak Djokovic’s latest controversy saga reaches the White House

Ever since Djokovic’s deportation from Australia in 2022, the debate around allowing players who have not taken the vaccine has been raging on. There are equal supporters for both sides of the debate, with fans and pundits constantly chiming in with their thought. Now a renowned name in the US politics has given his thoughts. After the ‘Djoker’ withdrew from the draw of the Indian Wells, the governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis, tweeted his thoughts and threw a jibe at the President.

According to the New York Times, he argued about “President Biden’s misguided and unscientific COVID-19 vaccination requirement for foreign travelers.” He further explained that this was the main reason that has kept Nole from participating in the BNP Paribas Open and the Miami Open.

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In recent weeks, several high-profile athletes and public figures have spoken out against the vaccine mandate of the US government. Governments will need to find a way to balance the needs of public health with the rights of individuals in a way that is fair and effective.

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Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio recently wrote a letter to President Biden requesting permission for Djokovic to enter the United States and participate in the Miami Open. They argued that since the government has declared the end of the pandemic scare, Djokovic deserves a chance to compete. However, the government denied Djokovic’s request.

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Scott expressed his frustration with the decision on Twitter. He has continued to voice his concerns on social media, holding the Biden government accountable for its decision. Scott argued that barring Djokovic from entering the United States for his vaccination status made no sense. Share your opinions on the issue in the comments below.