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Rep. Boyle Slams Chiefs' Owner Over Stadium Funding Plans

12/28/2025

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Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) criticized Clark Hunt, owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, after relocation plans by 2031 and a stadium in Kansas City, Kansas funded by STAR bonds.
Boyle condemned the move, calling Hunt a "Welfare King" and highlighting burden on working people.
Hunt defended the decision, saying the stadium would attract major events and boost the region's economy.
Kansas lawmakers approved funding to cover 60% of stadium costs.

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Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) criticized Clark Hunt, owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, after relocation plans by 2031 and a stadium in Kansas City, Kansas funded by STAR bonds.
Boyle condemned the move, calling Hunt a "Welfare King" and highlighting burden on working people.
Hunt defended the decision, saying the stadium would attract major events and boost the region's economy.
Kansas lawmakers approved funding to cover 60% of stadium costs.