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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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1 minute ago, Roadsternut said:

Not for old gits like you. Go back to sleep old man.

Meanwhile other former presidents actually watched the game before having a spastic fit over a singer that their son probably listens to.

There seems to be a onfustion between colour of passport and faith. I suspect you are referring to Jewish people. Not all Jewish people are Israeli. Many choose not to take up Israeli citizenship, for a variety of reasons. 3 prominent examples would be Peter Mandelson, Valdimir Zelensky, Vladimir Solovyov, Jay Rayner, Miriam Margoyles, the late Olivia Newton-John, Taika Waititi.

Obviously excepting Olivia, because she's dead, are you suggesting all these people must renounce their citizenships and emigrate to Israel? Are you calling for Jewish people to be expelled from non-Israeli lands?

The Muslim people you refer to are Palestinians. There is only one Palestine, you seem to be under the erroneous impression there are multiple Palestinian states, each with their own representation in the UN and through diplomatic missions.

Palestinians have limited emigration opportunities. In most of the Arab world, the road to permanent settlement, like the West, is complex. Gaining citizenship, wherever you come from, is extremely difficult, and in some cases, legally impossible. Are you in favour of relaxing immigration practices internationally? Do you consider faith to be a defining requirement for immigration, ie. Australia should welcome immigrants from, say, Sierra Leone, but bar immigrants who are not Christian.

Do you view all Chinese as Chinese citizens, and welcome the unification of the ROC with the PRC?

So you are 20yo?

josephbloggs Diamond Member

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5 hours ago, Harrisfan said:

You sound very irrational and a bit gay. Must have a gay crush on Trumpy lol Muslims have 50 nations the Jews have 1.


Why is this guy tolerated on here? Constantly calling people gay, throwing childish insults, copying and pasting unattributed nonsense (which is against forum rules), ruining threads with childish bickering, and generally making the entire forum a worse place.

Stop. Feeding. Him.

If no one replies he can just talk to himself in his own threads like riclag. At least riclag is self contained.

Harrisfan Star Member

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Just now, josephbloggs said:


Why is this guy tolerated on here? Constantly calling people gay, throwing childish insults, copying and pasting unattributed nonsense (which is against forum rules), ruining threads with childish bickering, and generally making the entire forum a worse place.

Stop. Feeding. Him.

If no one replies he can just talk to himself in his own threads like riclag. At least riclag is self contained.

Why are you? Leftist troll.

Harrisfan Star Member

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Nobody else comes close to my political analysis and commodity tips. Nobody.

Harrisfan Star Member

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5 hours ago, pacovl46 said:

Keep riding Trump's and Israel's d.cks,

Hello dude. See this? Hypocrite

Any comment Joseph? Glass houses

You lefties never attack your own do you? No matter how vile.

Harrisfan Star Member

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11 minutes ago, josephbloggs said:


Why is this guy tolerated on here? Constantly calling people gay, throwing childish insults, copying and pasting unattributed nonsense (which is against forum rules), ruining threads with childish bickering, and generally making the entire forum a worse place.

Stop. Feeding. Him.

If no one replies he can just talk to himself in his own threads like riclag. At least riclag is self contained.

You have no friends in Thailand. You need it. Without Trump you have nothing to do

Roadsternut Gold Member

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5 hours ago, josephbloggs said:


Why is this guy tolerated on here? Constantly calling people gay, throwing childish insults, copying and pasting unattributed nonsense (which is against forum rules), ruining threads with childish bickering, and generally making the entire forum a worse place.

Stop. Feeding. Him.

If no one replies he can just talk to himself in his own threads like riclag. At least riclag is self contained.

On a forum which I moderate, we have a Sent to Coventry setting. Posters can post, but literally no one else will see he's even posted. Fulfils the Freedom of Expression requirement.

Roadsternut Gold Member

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5 hours ago, josephbloggs said:


Why is this guy tolerated on here? Constantly calling people gay, throwing childish insults, copying and pasting unattributed nonsense (which is against forum rules), ruining threads with childish bickering, and generally making the entire forum a worse place.

Stop. Feeding. Him.

If no one replies he can just talk to himself in his own threads like riclag. At least riclag is self contained.

Ironically "Harris" is double layered rhyming slang. Harris= Aris= Aristotle= Bottle= Bottle and Glass= Arse (only really works if you have a South Easter English accent), a reference to the behind and anus. So is he a fan of anuses? I've nothing against such fans, but they often have a repressed alter ego Or maybe he's just a fan of a nice wool jacket.

I like sports cars.

Nurf Senior Member

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On 2/9/2026 at 6:52 AM, spidermike007 said:

Good on Hess for standing up to toxic, corrupt, corrosive, morally bent power. Trump has made America far less great. He does this daily. Hess is showing courage and that is admirable. Trump is a pig, and most of the world understands that. And he is such a pathetic victim and snowflake he can't handle any criticism. So, who is the real pussy here? Trump couldn't ski down a mountain to save his own life.

You're just as much the traitor as he is spidermite. Given your ethic background it's no surprise and even expected.

The notion that taking funding all your life to train, taking money to be spent abroad to support something (anything) and then shi+ on that thing publicly is unethical and immoral. Period.

You support anything to tear down the United States and white people. That's quite clear. It's who you are personally and the tribe you belong to.

Nurf Senior Member

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12 minutes ago, Roadsternut said:

Ironically "Harris" is double layered rhyming slang. Harris= Aris= Aristotle= Bottle= Bottle and Glass= Arse (only really works if you have a South Easter English accent), a reference to the behind and anus. So is he a fan of anuses? I've nothing against such fans, but they often have a repressed alter ego Or maybe he's just a fan of a nice wool jacket.

I like sports cars.

No one cares about cockey rhyming slang. It's difficult to understand at best and boring af. This is a Thai forum. Leave it back in London.

Bacon1 Ruby Member

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Baiting & low value posts removed

Stargeezr Platinum Member

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So an American athelete is not a Trump fan and lets the world know, so now he is a loser?

Well I believe that the lying Donald J Trump is the biggest American loser, and I hope that

enough Americans vote against him and his gang in the mid term votes.

America does not need this dinosaur as their leader. The rest of the world does not need all

the tarriffs either. IMO

Zimar Explorer Member

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On 2/9/2026 at 9:25 AM, Chomper Higgot said:

You need to decide if the first amendment applies or does not apply.

Of late we are not hearing much ‘I might disagree with what you say, but would defend to my death your right to say it’.

Trump and his supporters, foreign and domestic, really do not like the idea of free speech unless it’s sucking up to Trump.

The First amendment does apply, so does the right to boycott financial contributions and participation. I don't give a damn about Right or left. If I contribute personally and financially to a sport or entertainment venue, I expect such, not political views.

stevenl Star Member

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6 minutes ago, Zimar said:

The First amendment does apply, so does the right to boycott financial contributions and participation. I don't give a damn about Right or left. If I contribute personally and financially to a sport or entertainment venue, I expect such, not political views.

So i presume you'll stop sponsoring Hess?

unblocktheplanet Diamond Member

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Rampant nationalism to whip up the masses with hate. Did he say the same of the skiier who broke his back?

The Olympics were never about politics. At least the Greeks did them naked. Winter would make those hydralauronic acid injections ineffective!

EastBayRay Advanced Member

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On 2/9/2026 at 5:36 PM, Chomper Higgot said:

He’s an Olympic athlete.

Well spotted genius

On 2/9/2026 at 5:36 PM, Chomper Higgot said:

When was the last time you had the ability to deny victory to any athlete at any level?

Only the lord can deny that

There’s No chance of such a cowardly establishment shill winning anything other than simp of the year man

Nobody gonna hear about him unless he spouts off about some woke cliche it’s pure PR to a dumb audience and you bought it like a good little comrade it’s pathetic

Yellowtail Star Member

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16 hours ago, unblocktheplanet said:

Rampant nationalism to whip up the masses with hate. Did he say the same of the skiier who broke his back?

The Olympics were never about politics. At least the Greeks did them naked. Winter would make those hydralauronic acid injections ineffective!

It was the "reporter" and the athlete that politicized the Olympics, not Trump. Trump commented on the politicalization.

impulse Star Member

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2 minutes ago, Brettoj said:

Only in America would a leader slag off at one of its sportsmen because he doesn’t like his politics!

On 2/11/2026 at 9:07 AM, Stargeezr said:

So an American athelete is not a Trump fan and lets the world know, so now he is a loser?

Given the recent experiences at Bud Light and Jaguar, do you really think the guy did the smart thing? All he had to do was keep his anti- American (and Trump) opinion to himself and he could have quadrupled his value with advertisers. As it stands, he's radioactive.

So, yes. I'd say he lost. Isn't that the definition of loser? One who lost...

Yellowtail Star Member

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1 minute ago, impulse said:

Given the recent experiences at Bud Light and Jaguar, do you really think the guy did the smart thing? All he had to do was keep his Trump opinion to himself and he could have quadrupled his value with advertisers.

So, yes. I'd say he lost.

The left politicizes everything and then howls when it's politicized.

unblocktheplanet Diamond Member

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3 hours ago, impulse said:

Given the recent experiences at Bud Light and Jaguar, do you really think the guy did the smart thing? All he had to do was keep his anti- American (and Trump) opinion to himself and he could have quadrupled his value with advertisers. As it stands, he's radioactive.

So, yes. I'd say he lost. Isn't that the definition of loser? One who lost...

Bud Light may cancel his contract but it would be folly if Jaguar did. Fast & sleek = fast and sleek.

impulse Star Member

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6 minutes ago, unblocktheplanet said:

Bud Light may cancel his contract but it would be folly if Jaguar did. Fast & sleek = fast and sleek.

Lindsey Vonn crashed and burned, and she has a better chance of getting advertising contracts.

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