U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance faced a hostile reception during the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan on Friday, as he was met with boos and jeers when his image appeared on the stadium jumbotron. Vance, accompanied by his wife, Usha, was shown standing inside the San Siro Stadium and waving American flags as Team USA was being introduced.
NBC’s broadcast commentary noted that sections of the crowd responded with audible hissing directed at the Vice President. While cheers were also heard moments later, commentators clarified that the applause appeared to be in support of the American athletes rather than the political figure.
The contrasting reactions underscored how political tensions intruded on the celebratory atmosphere of the sporting event, with enthusiasm for Team USA sharply separated from public sentiment toward the U.S. Vice President.
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