2018 Winter Olympians, Paralympians Visit White House, Speak of American Pride – Howard University News Service

Photo courtesy Chanique Rochester

Members of the 2018 Winter Olympics and Paralympics visited the White House on Friday, April 27 where they were greeted by President Donald Trump. Several olympians opted out of the trip, including skier Lindsey Von, ice skater Adam Rippon, and snowboarder Chloe Kim. Those who did attend the festive event said now is the time for then to share their American pride. NewsVision reporter Chanique Rochester was there.

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