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Vance says Olympians 'not there to pop off about politics'

JD Vance says Olympians 'not there to pop off about politics'

Vice President JD Vance warned United States Olympic athletes to expect "pushback" if they delve into politics, defending President Donald Trump's criticism of freestyle halfpipe skier Hunter Hess.

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VP: Olympic athletes shouldn't 'pop off about politics'

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JD Vance Tells Olympic Athletes to 'Play Your Sport,' Not 'Pop Off About Politics'

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JD Vance Warns Olympians to ‘Expect Some Pushback’ After Team USA Skier’s Criticism of U.S.

Vice President JD Vance is sending a clear message to Team USA athletes who speak out about their differing political views during the Winter Olympics.

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After Multiple Olympians Went Viral For Speaking Out About What's Going On In The US, JD Vance "Popped Off," And It's Very Cringe

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Vice President JD Vance issues warning to U.S. Olympians over politics

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JD Vance Urges Olympic Athletes to Focus on Sports, Not Politics

"You're not there to pop off about politics," Vance said about the athletes competing in the 2026 Winter Games in Milan, as seen in interview footage obtained by USA Today.

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'Play Your Sport': JD Vance Scolds Olympians Who 'Pop Off On Politics'

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JD Vance issues warning to US Olympians after he was booed at opening ceremony

Americans at the Olympics Can’t Escape the Politics at Home

A backlash to Trump administration policies has followed U.S. athletes to Italy. One skier’s comments drew a furious response from the president himself.

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