On February 7, 2026, US freestyle skier Hunter Hess sparked conservative backlash after stating that wearing the USA flag at the Winter Olympics doesn’t mean he represents all US actions, particularly criticizing ICE operations under Trump.
The irritating Olympian expressed “mixed emotions” about representing America amid ongoing tensions. Conservatives on X slammed him as ungrateful, calling for his disqualification, boycotts of the Olympics, and suggesting he leave the country.
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