An American Olympic athlete has spoken out after President Donald Trump publicly criticized him for remarks about what it means to represent the United States at the Winter Games.
Last week, Trump issued a pointed post that dragged Team USA’s skier into a political clash over patriotism and loyalty.
The dispute originated from a routine media exchange tied to the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Games, where American athletes were asked standard questions about competition and what it means to represent the country on the world stage.
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Hunter Hess didn’t distance himself from the team or reject the uniform, but spoke candidly about his feelings toward the country he calls home.
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Danielle Brooks
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