On June 5, in the U.S. state of Wisconsin, U.S. President Donald Trump tried on a Winter Olympics gold medal during an American agriculture roundtable meeting and joked, “I’m not giving it back. I’m very good at holding onto gold. I like gold.” That day, during his speech, Trump mentioned 2026 Winter Olympics speed skating gold medalist Stolz, who then placed a gold medal around Trump’s neck. At the conclusion of the meeting, Trump returned the medal to Stolz. According to reports, Wisconsin’s 3rd congressional district is one of the few swing districts in the United States. At the time of Trump’s visit, national polls showed Trump’s approval rating near an all-time low.
Winter Olympics gold medal
The Winter Olympics gold medal is the highest award given to athletes who achieve first place in their events at the Winter Olympic Games, a tradition dating back to the inaugural Winter Games in Chamonix, France, in 1924. Each medal’s design varies by host city, often incorporating local cultural symbols and elements like snowflakes or mountains, while the medals are primarily made of silver with a gold plating. The pursuit of this prestigious honor has driven countless athletes to legendary performances, symbolizing the pinnacle of winter sport achievement.
2026 Winter Olympics
The 2026 Winter Olympics will be hosted jointly by Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, marking the third time Italy has staged the Winter Games after Cortina in 1956 and Turin in 2006. The event will feature traditional winter sports across historic venues, including the iconic ice rink in Cortina and new infrastructure in Milan. This edition emphasizes sustainability and the reuse of existing facilities, blending Italy’s rich sporting heritage with modern urban planning.
