Team USA's Hunter Hess, targeted by Trump over comments, flashes "L" sign after Olympic halfpipe qualifying
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Key Points:
- American freeskier Hunter Hess faced backlash from President Trump after expressing mixed emotions about representing the U.S. during the Trump administration's immigration policies at an Olympic news conference.
- Trump called Hess "a real Loser" on TruthSocial and criticized his presence on the Olympic team, making it difficult for some to support him.
- Despite the controversy and threats against his family, Hess used the incident as motivation and successfully qualified for the Olympic halfpipe final.
- Hess emphasized his love for the U.S. and clarified that wearing the flag does not mean he endorses all government actions, stating he represents his friends, family, and supporters.
- He stood by his original comments, expressing no regrets and highlighting the importance of skiing
