Vice President JD Vance Meets American Olympic Athletes in Milan

Support for American Olympians

• 🇺🇸 Vice President JD Vance expresses excitement for the Olympics, noting it's one of the few events that unites the entire country.
• 💡 He highlights the sacrifice and hard work required to reach the Olympic level and encourages athletes to enjoy the experience.
• 👏 The entire nation, regardless of political affiliation, is rooting for and cheering for the athletes.

Personal Reflections and Connections

• 🏅 Vance shares that meeting and supporting the Olympic team has been a highlight of his time as Vice President.
• 🍕 He humorously mentions his personal excitement for the trip to Italy, citing his love for pizza and pasta.
• 📍 He notes a personal connection to the region, mentioning his original hometown of Cincinnati and a childhood skate park.

Athlete Interactions

• ⛷️ The Vice President interacts with several athletes, identifying some specializing in aerials.
• 🏅 He congratulates athletes who have competed in previous Olympics, acknowledging their expertise.
• 📸 The event concludes with group photos, including the presidential delegation, with Vance participating and joking about his role.