Overview
- Speaking at the GLAAD Media Awards on March 5, Glenn told Us Weekly she would turn down a White House celebration with President Donald Trump.
- She framed the decision as an athlete’s right to choose what to endorse, reflecting her LGBTQ+ advocacy and recent public criticism.
- Outlets reported that U.S. Figure Skating said no skaters were invited, and AFP noted the White House did not immediately comment on the invitation status.
- The U.S. women’s hockey team earlier declined a White House visit citing timing and commitments, while the men’s team visited and attended the State of the Union.
- Glenn, 26, earned team gold in Milan-Cortina and finished fifth in women’s singles, saying support from fans has outweighed online hate.