Trump insults US Olympic skier Hunter Hess, calling the freestyler a ‘real loser’

Donald Trump criticized US Olympic skier Hunter Hess, calling him a "real loser" on his Truth Social platform on Sunday. The criticism stemmed from Hess's comments at a press conference on Wednesday regarding the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. Hess expressed mixed feelings about representing the United States, citing political tensions and violent immigration raids. He clarified that wearing the American flag doesn't mean he supports everything happening in the US. Trump's post came after Hess's statements about his conflicted feelings representing the country.

Several U.S. Olympians at the Milan Cortina Games are facing online backlash after speaking out about U.S. policies. At a press conference, freestyle skiers Hunter Hess and Chris Lillis expressed concerns about representing the U.S. given the current political climate and immigration enforcement. Hess stated he only represents aspects of the U.S. that align with his morals. Former President Donald Trump criticized Hess's comments, calling him a "loser" and suggesting he shouldn't have joined the team. Other public figures, like Jake Paul, also criticized Hess on social media. Lillis voiced heartbreak over the situation in the U.S. and emphasized the importance of respecting everyone's rights.