MAGA Calls on Hunter Hess To Be Removed From US Olympic Team
Summary
People linked to the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement want freestyle skier Hunter Hess removed from the U.S. Olympic team. Hess expressed doubts about representing the United States at the Winter Olympics, which led to backlash. Some MAGA supporters say he should not compete due to his statements about the country.Key Facts
- Hunter Hess is a freestyle skier on the U.S. Olympic team.
- Hess mentioned he had "mixed emotions" about representing the U.S. in the Winter Olympics.
- He stated that wearing the U.S. flag doesn't mean he supports everything happening in the country.
- MAGA figures criticized Hess and some called for his removal from the team.
- Rep. Derrick Van Orden criticized Hess on social media, suggesting he lacks gratitude.
- Conservative podcast host Eric Matheny said representing the U.S. in the Olympics is a privilege.
- The U.S. Freeski Team was contacted for comments regarding the situation.
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