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‘Flattered. Thanks, JD!’: Eileen Gu claps back at Vance after criticism for representing China

February 20, 2026

Eileen Gu, a prominent Olympic freeskier, has responded to criticism from U. S. Vice President JD Vance regarding her decision to represent China instead of the United States. Gu, who was born in San Francisco, has earned five Olympic medals, making her the most decorated female freeskier in history.

‘Flattered. Thanks, JD!’: Eileen Gu claps back at Vance after criticism for representing China

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Key Highlights

Eileen Gu is set to compete in the Olympic freeski halfpipe final.
JD Vance criticized Gu for representing China instead of the U. S.
Gu has won five Olympic medals, including two golds and a silver in 2022.
She is the most decorated female freeskier in Olympic history.
Gu was born in San Francisco.

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‘Flattered. Thanks, JD!’: Eileen Gu claps back at Vance after criticism for representing China

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‘Flattered. Thanks, JD!’: Eileen Gu claps back at Vance after criticism for representing China

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