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As Winter Olympics Begin in Italy, some Team USA Athletes Speak Out About Politics at Home
Team USA athletes voice concerns about U.S. political issues and LGBTQ rights while emphasizing representation of personal values and supporters, officials prepared for mixed reactions.
- On Feb. 6, 2026, Team USA members expressed mixed feelings about representing the U.S. at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics during the parade at Livigno Snow Park.
- Amid protests after the fatal shooting, Amber Glenn and Chris Lillis blamed domestic policies, ICE raids, and the Minnesota-related incidents for their unease about representing the U.S., Glenn said in response to questions on Friday.
- Gus Kenworthy posted an explicit anti-ICE message on social media, while Sean Strickland wrote `Get the f** out of this country we don't want you here`, fueling backlash.
- U.S. Olympic officials said athletes had Games-readiness preparation, noting `They know the resources available to them if an uncomfortable situation arises`; Vice President J.D. Vance received both cheers and boos, while ICE security details protected in Milan.
- With athletes invoking the Olympic motto, several Team USA members said they framed their roles around community and domestic unity, making activism a key storyline.
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