The White House publicly denies any involvement in requesting the USTA to moderate public responses concerning Donald Trump's US Open appearance.

The U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) has come under scrutiny after a report suggested that they asked broadcasters to censor any reactions or protests aimed at President Donald Trump during the U.S. Open.

According to a report by The Athletic, a sports publication from The New York Times, the USTA sent a memorandum to broadcasters asking them to refrain from showcasing any disruptions or reactions in response to the President's attendance in any capacity. The memo was reviewed by The Athletic, but the USTA has not publicly confirmed its existence.

President Trump attended the U.S. Open in Arthur Ashe stadium in Queens, where he grew up. He was met with a mix of boos and cheers. Trump, in a statement, said he "really enjoyed" the U.S. Open and found the fans to be "great." He also noted that the players had unbelievable talent and hit the ball harder than he had ever seen before.

However, Trump did not mention any censorship or requests to censor reactions to his presence at the U.S. Open. A White House official also stated that they did not ask anyone to censor.

The USTA spokesperson, Brendan McIntyre, stated that they regularly ask broadcasters to refrain from showcasing off-court disruptions. This statement, however, does not clarify whether the request was specific to Trump's appearance.

This is not the first time the USTA has faced criticism for its handling of political figures at the U.S. Open. In 2017, former USTA president Katrina Adams faced backlash for her support of Trump.

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The USTA has yet to provide a clear explanation regarding the reported memo. The organisation's response will be closely watched as the U.S. Open continues.