British Olympian shares explicit anti-ICE post before Milan Cortina Games “f— ICE”

Olympic Skier’s Anti-ICE Protest

Gus Kenworthy, a British-American Olympic skier competing for Great Britain in freestyle skiing, shared a provocative anti-ICE message on social media just as the opening ceremonies for the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics were about to begin. He posted an Instagram photo depicting the words “f— ICE” etched into the snow, seemingly with urine, to express his strong opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This act was part of a broader call for Americans to contact their senators and push back against funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Call for Accountability and Reform

In his caption, Kenworthy highlighted the urgency of the issue, stating that “innocent people have been murdered, and enough is enough.” He criticized ICE’s unchecked power and demanded reforms, including removing ICE and Customs and Border Protection from communities, ending unlimited funding for enforcement actions, and imposing limits on warrantless arrests, racial profiling, and operations at sensitive sites like schools and hospitals. His message urged senators to leverage ongoing negotiations for real accountability.

IOC’s Stance on Athlete Expression

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed that Kenworthy would face no punishment for his political expression, emphasizing that athletes can share views under established guidelines. The IOC clarified it does not regulate personal social media posts. This response came amid related controversies, including protests against ICE’s role in providing security for U.S. officials at the Games, which drew criticism from Italian authorities and sparked demonstrations across the country.

Background on Outrage and Athlete’s Roots

The post was fueled by recent outrage over ICE operations, particularly in Minnesota where two individuals, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, were killed in January. Kenworthy, born in Great Britain but raised in Colorado, previously represented the U.S. at the 2014 Sochi Olympics before switching to Great Britain in 2019.