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US Olympic leaders in Milan set goals to be respectful guests and good team players

U.S. Olympic leaders focus on athlete safety and diplomatic efforts amid geopolitical tensions and public protests, preparing for potential hostile crowds and visa challenges, officials said.

  • On Thursday, United States Olympic leaders outlined priorities for the Milan Cortina Winter Games, with Nicole Deal emphasizing athlete safety and heightened diplomatic duties.
  • On Thursday, protests in Milan opposed a U.S. federal security plan involving ICE, with a Rome demonstration on Jan. 29, while officials acknowledged visa concerns and Epstein document scrutiny complicated LA Olympics planning.
  • Sarah Hirshland stressed expectations for respectful crowds and cited preparations through Feb. 22, saying `We don't anticipate there to be a lot of negative energy on or around the field of play`.
  • Sykes defended LA organizing chair Casey Wasserman, saying he had `more confidence today` in leadership, while IOC President Kirsty Coventry offered no further comment Wednesday.
  • The Games' size — the IOC's 100-plus membership and over 200 national Olympic teams — underscores global diplomacy and logistical stakes, with the U.S. Olympic delegation in Milan emphasizing visa access remains crucial.
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US Olympic leaders in Milan set goals to be respectful guests and good team players

Show respect. Be humble and a good Olympic partner. Keep Team USA athletes safe. United States Olympic leaders set out goals Thursday for the Milan Cortina Winter Games that arrive during what they acknowledged is “a period of geopolitical turmoil.”

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