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Trump Criticizes US Olympic Skier Hunter Hess as 'Real Loser'

Trump lashes out at skier's comments on representing the US

Donald Trump has taken to Truth Social, branding US Olympic halfpipe skier Hunter Hess a “real loser” after Hess expressed conflicted feelings about representing the United States. At the Winter Olympics in Milan, Hess, 27, remarked that while he wears the US flag, he only does so if it aligns with his moral values. He highlighted issues within the country that he and others find concerning.

Trump responded emphatically, questioning why Hess would compete if he felt such disconnection from the nation. He stated, “Very hard to root for someone like this. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”

The incident has sparked a divisive response. Some have sided with Trump, criticizing Hess’s remarks as anti-American and suggesting he should not represent the US if he feels this way. One user commented, “You shouldn’t be representing the U.S.A. if you hate it here.”

However, Hess's comments have ignited broader discussions about the relationship between athletes and political issues. Another freestyle skier noted the reluctance among athletes to voice their political views but emphasized the importance of respecting citizens’ rights and addressing domestic challenges.

This episode highlights the ongoing tension between sports and politics, as athletes navigate their personal beliefs while representing their countries on the world stage. The discourse underscores the complexities involved in national representation amid broader societal debates.

Key Takeaways

  • Trump criticizes Olympian Hess over his views on US representation.

  • Hess admitted feeling conflicted about wearing the US flag.

  • The situation sparks broader debate on politics and sports.

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Harrisfan Star Member

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26 minutes ago, NanLaew said:

Do you wish you were born American? Some do. Just wondering if you're happy having a far inferior, second or third grade nationality?

The American passport is fairly weak. The last good leader was Eisenhower. Most people laugh and make jokes about yanks all year long. So no lol

Harrisfan Star Member

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Just now, Chomper Higgot said:

Check what page you are posting to, this isn’t a dating site.

That's a shame. I thought it was.

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20 minutes ago, josephbloggs said:

He thinks if he is a big enough sycophant they might ask him in.

Nobody wants to be a yank or a pom unless they are muslim or Mexican lol

Chomper Higgot Star Member

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44 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Like the left who cheered Kirk's death? But that's ok by you.

I condemned his assassination.

I do hope they catch his killer.

Chomper Higgot Star Member

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34 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

I barely know who you are btw but I just clicked on your profile. You were spewing hate across multiple topics. You call people "losers" for describing their mrs as their "woman". You actually sound very angry and immature. You need to address your own flaws before insulting others. Clear anger in your bones.

Said without one iota of introspection.

NanLaew Star Member

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7 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

The American passport is fairly weak. The last good leader was Eisenhower. Most people laugh and make jokes about yanks all year long. So no lol

5 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Nobody wants to be a yank or a pom unless they are muslim or Mexican lol

What rhymes with 'lol' ?

Harrisfan Star Member

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8 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

Said without one iota of introspection.

You guys always hunt in packs. Zero awareness.

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10 minutes ago, Chomper Higgot said:

I condemned his assassination.

I do hope they catch his killer.

They caught his killer. A lefty dating a trans.

Harrisfan Star Member

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13 minutes ago, NanLaew said:

What rhymes with 'lol' ?

Egg? Buffalo? I'm not sure. Most people would rather live in Spain.

scottiejohn Star Member

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9 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Most people would rather live in Spain.

When are you going there?

Yagoda Star Member

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1 hour ago, Chomper Higgot said:

The left and the people of NYC selected Mamdani to demonstrate how that works.

Yep. Thats the best demonstration of how things work there, especially now, when its an economic hollow shell of where it once was thanks to Socialist nonsense. How long have you lived there and have been studying NYC Politics?

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2 minutes ago, scottiejohn said:

When are you going there?

I'm moving to Pattaya next door to you.

Yagoda Star Member

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33 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Nobody wants to be a yank or a pom unless they are muslim or Mexican lol

Or African, Chinese, Russian, Polish, Azeri, Iranian, Lao, Thai, Cambodian, South American....

The only one who dont illegally flock to America are Canadians and Israelis, because they basicaly already are Americans.

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Just now, Yagoda said:

Or African, Chinese, Russian, Polish, Azeri, Iranian, Lao, Thai, Cambodian, South American....

The only one who dont illegally flock to America are Canadians and Israelis, because they basicaly already are Americans.

I would much rather be Spanish.

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Just now, Harrisfan said:

I'm moving to Pattaya next door to you.

In that case you will have a hell of a long wait!

Yet another example of your totally unfounded assumptions about people you know nothing about and never will!

PS; I am sure you will fit in very well with your like minded people there!

(my apologies to the residents of Pattaya for that remark!)

PPS; If you do carry out your threat please stay there so we all know what area to avoid!

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3 minutes ago, scottiejohn said:

In that case you will have a hell of a long wait!

Yet another example of your totally unfounded assumptions about people you know nothing about and never will!

PS; I am sure you will fit in very well with your like minded people there!

(my apologies to the residents of Pattaya for that remark!)

PPS; If you do carry out your threat please stay there so we all know what area to avoid!

7 minutes ago, scottiejohn said:

In that case you will have a hell of a long wait!

Yet another example of your totally unfounded assumptions about people you know nothing about and never will!

PS; I am sure you will fit in very well with your like minded people there!

(my apologies to the residents of Pattaya for that remark!)

PPS; If you do carry out your threat please stay there so we all know what area to avoid!

Are you going to discuss the topic?

blaze master Diamond Member

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8 hours ago, tomazbodner said:

It was just a mirror up to a guy holding British passport and being a staunch critic of Britain. Or a "spoiled brat and disgrace to the nation" as he puts it. So maybe he should just give that away and let a patriot take his place.

Also note you're talking about democracy while going all out to support a man who trampled on free speech, rights and freedoms of his country's citizens, uses threats of lawsuits to shut up opponents, violates constitution and openly calls for elections to be cancelled. Very democratic, Sir.

I see you're another one eh. Go away.

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1 hour ago, Harrisfan said:

I barely know who you are btw but I just clicked on your profile. You were spewing hate across multiple topics. You call people "losers" for describing their mrs as their "woman". You actually sound very angry and immature. You need to address your own flaws before insulting others. Clear anger in your bones.

Clicking on anonymous user's profiles? That's weird, don't you think?

Harrisfan Star Member

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3 minutes ago, IsmeUno said:

Clicking on anonymous user's profiles? That's weird, don't you think?

Same as quoting anonymous people don't you think?

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14 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Same as quoting anonymous people don't you think?

I have no idea as to what you are attempting to convey. Can you elaborate?

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36 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Are you going to discuss the topic?

I might do if and when you ever make a sensible and non insulting post!

Ps: Translation of the above means=I will never have to!

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13 minutes ago, scottiejohn said:

I might do if and when you ever make a sensible and non insulting post!

Ps: Translation of the above means=I will never have to!

Have you actually discussed one topic in 12 months? I don't think you have.

Harrisfan Star Member

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18 minutes ago, IsmeUno said:

I have no idea as to what you are attempting to convey. Can you elaborate?

Your posts are all different to say the least. Any interest in the topic?

tomazbodner Ruby Member

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48 minutes ago, blaze master said:

I see you're another one eh. Go away.

Sorry mate, I'm not a redneck. Or you're saying that to yourself?

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Just now, tomazbodner said:

Sorry mate, I'm not a redneck. Or you're saying that to yourself?

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So now its come down to pejoratives. Keep digging.

NanLaew Star Member

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3 minutes ago, blaze master said:

So now its come down to pejoratives. Keep digging.

And you keep clutching them pearls, petal.

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1 minute ago, NanLaew said:

And you keep clutching them pearls, petal.

And you keep being an npc.

JulesMad Gold Member

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Only people who are pedophiles AND racists AND rapists AND ever-lying mother<deleted> can represent america! Who can forget that?
Only a few people come to mind... E.g. the 'president' of usa, trump, and his MAGA croonies. May they be exterminated in trump's fashion, dirty and extremely quickly! Come on, america, show some real balls and get rid of that <deleted>!

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The circus clown even used the Super Bowl as an opportunity to criticize pop culture, and someone who he just can't handle because he uses his platform to speak truth.

Behind them, a billboard message read "The only thing more powerful than hate is love", and he held a football at the end of the segment bearing the slogan in English: "Together, We Are America."

However, Bad Bunny, real name Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, did not use his performance to make any explicit political statements against the current US administration.

Despite that, President Donald Trump, who did not attend this year's Super Bowl, called Bad Bunny's set "absolutely terrible, one of the worst, EVER!" on his social media platform Truth Social.

He added that it was "an affront to the Greatness of America" and "nobody understands a word this guy is saying".

Maybe if this guy was literate enough, or smart enough to learn a second language, and not so intellectually lazy, he might have understood some of what was being performed. But it just gave him another opportunity to hate on people of color which is just who he is, a hate filled, dark hearted, racist president.

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Bad Bunny makes history as Trump criticises 'terrible' Su...

Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny makes history with his entirely Spanish set on the sporting world's biggest stage.
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1 minute ago, spidermike007 said:

The circus clown even used the Super Bowl as an opportunity to criticize pop culture, and someone who he just can't handle because he uses his platform to speak truth.

Behind them, a billboard message read "The only thing more powerful than hate is love", and he held a football at the end of the segment bearing the slogan in English: "Together, We Are America."

However, Bad Bunny, real name Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, did not use his performance to make any explicit political statements against the current US administration.

Despite that, President Donald Trump, who did not attend this year's Super Bowl, called Bad Bunny's set "absolutely terrible, one of the worst, EVER!" on his social media platform Truth Social.

He added that it was "an affront to the Greatness of America" and "nobody understands a word this guy is saying".

Maybe if this guy was literate enough, or smart enough to learn a second language, and not so intellectually lazy, he might have understood some of what was being performed. But it just gave him another opportunity to hate on people of color which is just who he is, a hate filled, dark hearted, racist president.

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Bad Bunny makes history as Trump criticises 'terrible' Su...

Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny makes history with his entirely Spanish set on the sporting world's biggest stage.

Looks retarded and never heard of him. What happened to rock?

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