Team USA Figure Skater Amber Glenn Says She Won't Visit White House

USA figure skater Amber Glenn won't be taking her team gold medal to the White House any time soon ... as the 26-year-old said she would decline an invitation to meet President Donald Trump at the Oval Office. Glenn shared her stance in an…

6 Mar, 19:11 — 6 Mar, 20:20

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This story highlights the intersection of sports and politics, as athletes increasingly use their platforms to express personal or political stances. Glenn's decision reflects a sentiment shared by some athletes who choose not to engage with political figures or institutions they disagree with.

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YahooMostly Factual114d ago

Amber Glenn says will not visit White House to celebrate Olympic gold

Team USA figure skater Amber Glenn has said she will not visit Donald Trump's White House to celebrate winning gold at the Winter Olympics.The White House did not immediately respond to comment on whether Glenn and her fellow skaters had been invited.

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tmzMixed114d ago