WASHINGTON — President Trump has told aides that he wants his embattled friend, Robert K. Kraft, the owner of the New England Patriots, to be part of a celebration at the White House of the team’s victory in the Super Bowl, ignoring concerns about Mr. Kraft’s recent charges of soliciting prostitution.

Mr. Trump has brushed aside worries about any negative effect that Mr. Kraft’s presence at an official event could have, according to people close to the president. His desire to have his friend on hand dismayed but did not surprise them, because they said they believe he has recently been inclined to ignore external criticism.

The president’s views were first reported by Politico.

Mr. Trump has often chosen to publicly support business allies or friends when they have faced scandal or accusations of impropriety. For instance, he spoke fondly of Roger E. Ailes, the head of Fox News, after he was fired over accusations of sexual harassment.

The charges against Mr. Kraft came after the police in January used video surveillance to observe activity inside several day spas and massage parlors, including one in Jupiter, Fla. The police said that the parlors had been used for prostitution and that many of the women involved were considered to be victims. Mr. Kraft has pleaded not guilty, and has not accepted a deal from prosecutors to drop the two misdemeanor charges in return for completing community service, paying a fine and admitting guilt.