New York Jets owner and the United States' ambassador to Britain, Woody Johnson, has been linked to accusations that he tried to help President Donald Trump get the British Open golf tournament moved to the Trump Turnberry resort in Scotland in 2018, The New York Times reported.
Johnson, who purchased the Jets in 2000, has been in his current government role since August of 2017. According to the report, Trump had suggested that Johnson work toward trying to get the prestigious tournament moved to a course that the president owned. Though advised not to, the report states that Johnson allegedly did bring up the idea to Scotland's secretary of state, David Mundell.
In addition to the details on the golf situation, The New York Times also reported allegations of offensive language used by Johnson toward women and asking a colleague if she was Jewish. CNN released its own report stating that sources had witnessed Johnson use sexist and racist remarks, including questioning the importance of Black History Month.
The White House has not commented on either report.
With Woody Johnson currently serving his role in the United Kingdom, his brother, Christopher Johnson, has operated as co-owner of the Jets and handled day-to-day operations. It is assumed that once Johnson's time as the ambassador to Britain ends, he will return to manage his NFL team.
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Report: Jets owner Woody Johnson tried to get British Open moved to President Trump's Turnberry golf course originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington
