U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Hunter Hess, a 27-year-old U.S. freeski Olympian, calling him "a real loser." New York Times posted on X, the remarks came after Hess made comments about representing the United States at the Winter Olympics. President Trump expressed difficulty in supporting someone like Hess, highlighting a growing tension between the athlete and the administration. The incident has sparked discussions about the relationship between athletes and political figures, especially in the context of international sports representation.