Hilary Knight Criticizes Donald Trump's Controversial Joke

Hilary Knight Responds to Trump's Comment

Hockey star Hilary Knight addressed President Donald Trump's comment about inviting Team USA's women's hockey team to the White House after their gold medal win. Knight found the joke "distasteful and unfortunate," emphasizing the importance of championing women for their achievements.

Trump's Remarks on Team USA

During a call with the men's hockey team following their gold medal victory over Canada in the 2026 Olympics, Trump joked about needing to invite the women's team to avoid impeachment. This comment drew laughter from the men's team.

Knight expressed her desire to focus on celebrating both teams' achievements, marking it as a historic moment for Team USA hockey.

Team USA and Political Implications

The women's hockey team declined an invitation to Trump's State of the Union address. Jack Hughes, a member of the men's team, downplayed political implications, citing busy schedules.

Five players from the men's team opted out of visiting Trump at the White House, returning to their NHL duties instead. Among those who attended, Quinn Hughes expressed excitement, while Vincent Trocheck was disappointed by the politicization of the event.

In his State of the Union speech, Trump acknowledged both hockey teams' victories and suggested that the women's team would visit the White House soon.