USA Cycling has issued a statement following a controversial social media post by transgender athlete Chelsea Wolfe, who served as an alternate for the US BMX team at the Tokyo Olympics. The post celebrated the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, which has sparked conversation across social platforms.
The statement clarified, “The views expressed by current and former national team athletes are their own and do not represent those of US Cycling. Chelsea Wolfe has not been part of the US Cycling national team since 2023.”
Wolfe’s post on Instagram included a reimagined announcement of Kirk’s assassination, featuring an animated message that proclaimed, “We Did It!” alongside a selfie implying that Kirk was a “Nazi.”
In a further comment, Wolfe remarked, “Being a Nazi is an option. He didn’t have to do it all, but now he’s gone.” This statement drew considerable backlash online, with notable figures like tennis legend Martina Navratilova and conservative influencer Riley Gaines criticizing her remarks.
Wolfe acknowledged the reaction in a follow-up post, stating, “Your booing means nothing. I’ve seen things that motivate me.” Interestingly, back in March 2020, Wolfe had expressed a desire to “burn the American flag” on the podium at the Tokyo Olympics, which raises questions about her intentions and goals in the sport.
In 2021, while Wolfe was positioned as an Olympic alternative, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) had a gender eligibility policy allowing biological men to compete in women’s categories. However, this policy changed in July, following an executive order from President Donald Trump seeking to exclude men from women’s sports.
Recently, USA Cycling updated its policies to limit female categories to individuals defined as women, emphasizing those who produce large germ cells. This policy went into effect at the start of September.
As for Kirk’s assassination, law enforcement is actively pursuing leads. The main suspect, a 22-year-old man named Tyler Robinson, was confirmed by Utah’s Governor Spencer Cox. Evidence found at the scene included ammunition inscribed with anti-fascist slogans, hinting at the shooter’s motives. Cox characterized the incident as a “political assassination,” while FBI Director Kash Patel revealed that the investigation had made significant progress, noting the 33-hour timeline for the apprehension of suspects.
USA Cycling cuts ties with trans athlete following Charlie Kirk assassination comments
USA Cycling has issued a statement following a controversial social media post by transgender athlete Chelsea Wolfe, who served as an alternate for the US BMX team at the Tokyo Olympics. The post celebrated the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, which has sparked conversation across social platforms.
The statement clarified, “The views expressed by current and former national team athletes are their own and do not represent those of US Cycling. Chelsea Wolfe has not been part of the US Cycling national team since 2023.”
Wolfe’s post on Instagram included a reimagined announcement of Kirk’s assassination, featuring an animated message that proclaimed, “We Did It!” alongside a selfie implying that Kirk was a “Nazi.”
In a further comment, Wolfe remarked, “Being a Nazi is an option. He didn’t have to do it all, but now he’s gone.” This statement drew considerable backlash online, with notable figures like tennis legend Martina Navratilova and conservative influencer Riley Gaines criticizing her remarks.
Wolfe acknowledged the reaction in a follow-up post, stating, “Your booing means nothing. I’ve seen things that motivate me.” Interestingly, back in March 2020, Wolfe had expressed a desire to “burn the American flag” on the podium at the Tokyo Olympics, which raises questions about her intentions and goals in the sport.
In 2021, while Wolfe was positioned as an Olympic alternative, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) had a gender eligibility policy allowing biological men to compete in women’s categories. However, this policy changed in July, following an executive order from President Donald Trump seeking to exclude men from women’s sports.
Recently, USA Cycling updated its policies to limit female categories to individuals defined as women, emphasizing those who produce large germ cells. This policy went into effect at the start of September.
As for Kirk’s assassination, law enforcement is actively pursuing leads. The main suspect, a 22-year-old man named Tyler Robinson, was confirmed by Utah’s Governor Spencer Cox. Evidence found at the scene included ammunition inscribed with anti-fascist slogans, hinting at the shooter’s motives. Cox characterized the incident as a “political assassination,” while FBI Director Kash Patel revealed that the investigation had made significant progress, noting the 33-hour timeline for the apprehension of suspects.
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