Olympic skier Jessie Diggins, America’s most decorated cross-country skier, visited Capitol Hill with her four medals to advocate for environmental protection. As part of the athlete-driven group “Protect Our Winters,” she and other athletes met with lawmakers to address concerns about the weakening of climate, water, and pollution regulations under President Trump’s administration. Diggins, who retired after winning a bronze medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, emphasized the importance of preserving the environment for future generations. The group aims to foster bipartisan support to strengthen the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). They believe that athletes, accustomed to overcoming challenges, can unite people around climate change solutions. The coalition includes other Olympians and plans to engage with both Democratic and Republican members of Congress.
QUESTION: How might the involvement of athletes like Jessie Diggins in environmental advocacy influence public opinion and policy changes?
In visit to Capitol, Jessie Diggins and other Olympians push for climate change solutions
