Olympic figure skater Amber Glenn leaves social media following 'threats'

Team USA figure skater Amber Glenn has stepped away from social media after receiving what she described as a “scary amount” of hate and threats tied to comments she made about the current political climate.

According to People, Glenn, 26, addressed the situation over the weekend in a message shared on her Instagram Stories, explaining that the reaction followed remarks she gave during a recent media availability ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. During that press conference on Feb. 4, Glenn was asked directly about President Donald Trump and how his policies have affected the LGBTQ community.

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The Olympic skater did not shy away from the question, telling reporters it has been “a hard time” for LGBTQ individuals in the United States. She added that she felt a responsibility to speak honestly when asked, especially given the platform that comes with representing Team USA on the world stage.

Days later, Glenn said the online response went far beyond mere disagreement.

“When I chose to utilize one of the amazing things about the United States of America (freedom of speech) to convey how I feel as an athlete competing for Team USA in a troubling time for many Americans, I am now receiving a scary amount of hate/threats for simply using my voice,” Glenn wrote.

While she acknowledged expecting some backlash, Glenn said the volume and intensity of the messages were still disappointing. With major competitions approaching, she decided to temporarily limit her online presence for her own well-being.

“I will be limiting my time on social media for now,” she wrote, adding that stepping back does not mean backing down. “I will never stop using my voice for what I believe in.”

Glenn also addressed critics who argue that athletes should avoid political conversations altogether.

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“I know a lot of people will say, ‘You’re just an athlete, stick to your job and shut up about politics,’” she said during the press conference. “But politics affects us all. It affects our everyday lives, and that’s something I won’t just be quiet about.”