"I thought it was sort of a distasteful joke and unfortunately that is overshadowing a lot of the success ... of women at the Olympics carrying for Team USA and having amazing gold medal feats. I think this is a really good learning point to really focus on how we talk about women-not only in sport, but in industry. Women aren't less than. Our achievements shouldn't be overshadowed by anything else other than how great they are."
"I must tell you, we're going to have to bring the women's team, you do know that. He went on to joke that he probably would be impeached if he did not. After that call, both teams were invited. The women declined, citing previously scheduled academic and work commitments."
The U.S. women's and men's hockey teams both won gold medals at the 2026 Winter Olympics, defeating Canada in overtime. President Trump called the men's team after their victory, inviting them to the White House and offering military transport. He joked he would be impeached if he didn't invite the women's team, leading to both teams receiving invitations. The women declined due to academic and work commitments. Women's hockey captain Hilary Knight criticized Trump's joke as distasteful, stating it overshadowed the women's Olympic achievements. She emphasized the importance of discussing how women are portrayed in sports and industry. The men's team was celebrated at the State of the Union with a standing ovation, and goaltender Connor Hellebuyck was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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