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Protests Prompt U.S. Olympic Games Venue Name Change

2/5/2026

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Protests in Minneapolis over fatal shootings by ICE officers prompted U.S. Olympic officials to rename the Milano Cortina Games' athlete hospitality space from Ice House to Winter House.
The renamed space will host activities for U.S. athletes and their families.
U.S. figure skater Amber Glenn expressed support for the change, saying it promotes comfort amid immigration distress.
U.S. President Donald Trump deployed 3,000 officers to the area.

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Story summary

Protests in Minneapolis over fatal shootings by ICE officers prompted U.S. Olympic officials to rename the Milano Cortina Games' athlete hospitality space from Ice House to Winter House.
The renamed space will host activities for U.S. athletes and their families.
U.S. figure skater Amber Glenn expressed support for the change, saying it promotes comfort amid immigration distress.
U.S. President Donald Trump deployed 3,000 officers to the area.