The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly responding to fans upset that current and former members of the team attended a rally hosted by President Donald Trump on Friday, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Quarterback Mason Rudolph, safety Miles Killebrew and former Steelers running back Rocky Bleier all attended a rally hosted by Trump in West Mifflin, Pa, not far from Pittsburgh. At the event, the three presented Trump with a Steelers No. 47 jersey.

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Some fans were upset about that decision, and decided to email the team with their complaints. The team reportedly responded to those fans, saying current and former players are allowed to make their own decisions, and that their views “do not necessarily represent the view of the entire Pittsburgh Steelers organization,” per the Post-Gazette.

“We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. As valued fans, your voice is an essential part of what makes our Steelers community and fan base so strong.

“We understand that a recent rally in Pittsburgh has generated a range of reactions from our fan base. Our alumni and current players make their own individual decisions that reflect their views, and they do not necessarily represent the view of the entire Pittsburgh Steelers organization. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. We appreciate your passion and your continued support of the team.”

Team spokesperson Burt Lauten confirmed to the Post-Gazette that the team sent out that email to fans.

Rudolph was asked about the appearance — and the backlash it caused among fans — at team workouts Wednesday. He stressed the importance of freedom of speech.

“There’s backlash every day,” Rudolph said. “You look on social media, there’s constant … that’s the nature of social media. That’s why America is so great. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Speech is free. Par for the course.”

Rudolph currently sits at the top of the Steelers’ quarterback depth chart. He slated to be the team’s starter unless it signs veteran Aaron Rodgers.

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Killebrew added that he always dreamed about meeting the president as a kid, and wanted to be able to tell his kids he met a sitting U.S. president.

The Rooney family, which owns the Steelers, has supported Democratic politicians in the past, including former President Barack Obama.