Key Facts

• Several U.S. Olympians, including Chloe Kim and Hunter Hess, have criticized President Trump's policies.
• Chloe Kim, a snowboarder, spoke about her concerns with immigration policies, influenced by her experience as a child of immigrants.
• Skier Hunter Hess expressed mixed feelings about representing the U.S. in light of changes in LGBTQ rights under President Trump.
• President Trump issued orders affecting civil rights protections for sexual orientation and gender identity.
• President Trump and Representative Byron Donalds criticized Hess for his comments.
• Figure skater Amber Glenn, who identifies as pansexual, supported LGBTQ rights and criticized the challenges faced under Trump’s administration.
• The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee noted increased abusive messages toward athletes.
• President Trump publicly criticized Hess on social media for his remarks.