MAGA Outraged by ‘Traitor’ U.S. Olympians Controversy

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan have ignited significant outrage among MAGA circles due to comments made by Team USA athletes. Prominent conservative figures have expressed their displeasure, particularly towards freestyle skier Hunter Hess and figure skater Amber Glenn, who voiced their mixed feelings about representing the United States amid significant political and social issues.

MAGA’s Reaction to Team USA Athletes

Hunter Hess shared his conflicting emotions, stating, “Just because I wear the flag doesn’t mean I represent everything that’s going on in the U.S.” His sentiments sparked backlash from various MAGA personalities, including media figure Megyn Kelly, who labeled Glenn a “turncoat.” Hess’s remarks led to a tweet from alt-right influencer Jack Posobiec, who advised him to leave the country.

Comments from Conservative Voices

• Marc Thiessen of the Washington Post claimed that athlete opinions on politics threaten to ruin the Olympics.
• Jake Paul, the boxer and MAGA supporter, urged Hess to be quiet and suggested he should not represent the U.S. if unhappy.
• Vance Langman, a self-described “Ultra MAGA,” openly stated he was rooting against the men’s Olympic ski team.

The criticism escalated with various MAGA social media influencers emphasizing their discontent with athletes expressing political opinions. Rumble host Graham Allen commented, “I’d rather us lose with patriots than win with traitors,” reflecting the sentiment among some conservatives.

MAGA Anger at the Opening Ceremony

Concerns were also voiced about the athletes’ conduct during the Opening Ceremony, with conservative commentator Buzz Patterson expressing disdain for what he perceived as disrespect for the nation. He claimed to be inundated with US athletes criticizing the country during the event.

Contentious Athletes and Their Actions

British-American skier Gus Kenworthy also came under fire for a controversial Instagram post depicting anti-ice sentiments, further fueling the MAGA backlash.

The anger from conservative factions surrounding the Olympics is not new. A similar uproar occurred during the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, indicating a sustained scrutiny of athletes’ social and political expressions at international sporting events.

As the Winter Olympics progress, the controversies surrounding Team USA continue to ignite fervent discussions on representation and patriotism within the MAGA community.