During Ohio State's visit to the White House, Vice President JD Vance accidentally split the CFP national championship trophy in two while attempting to lift it. Fortunately, Buckeyes player TreVeyon Henderson prevented the trophy from falling to the ground and averted a potential disaster. The trophy is designed to have a separate body and base that can be lifted and celebrated independently by players and coaches. Vance, unaware of this design, caused the split in the trophy, but Henderson's quick action saved the day. The incident occurred during a celebration of Ohio State's national championship win from the 2024 season, with President Donald Trump also present on stage. The White House visit marked a return to tradition for championship teams, following a period where some teams declined invitations during Trump's first term.