Mike Eruzione, a celebrated figure in U.S. Olympic history for his pivotal role in the 'Miracle on Ice' event in 1980, voiced strong disapproval of comments made by skiers Hunter Hess and Chris Lillis regarding their feelings about representing Team USA at the upcoming Olympic Games. Hess and Lillis expressed their discomfort with donning the American team colors, citing a disconnection with the values represented by the U.S. government under the Trump administration, particularly concerning immigration policies and the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Eruzione's response to these remarks came via social media, where he emphasized the significance of honoring the country's flag and urged Hess to reconsider his position on representing the United States.