LSU's Angel Reese to visit White House with teammates

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Angel Reese, LSU women's basketball star, confirmed she will be visiting the White House with her teammates.

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Reese previously expressed that she had no intention of visiting the White House after comments made by First Lady Jill Biden.

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LSU has accepted President Joe Biden's invitation to celebrate their national championship at the White House.

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Reese, as the team captain, stated that she will do what's best for the team despite feeling hurt by the comments made.

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The idea of inviting both LSU and national runner-up Iowa to the White House rankled Reese.

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Reese was the most Outstanding Player of the NCAA women's basketball tournament.

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The team worked hard all year for the championship, which made the comments hurtful at the time.

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Reese acknowledged that the experience of visiting the White House is something the team does not want to miss out on.

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Reese's coach is supportive of the team's decision to visit the White House.

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Reese's decision to join her team in the visit shows her commitment as a team player.

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The White House visit is a celebratory event that recognizes the team's hard work and success.

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Reese's decision to put aside her personal feelings and join the team highlights the importance of unity and teamwork.

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