Olympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles made headlines in the U.S. presidential race as she responded to comments made by former President Donald Trump about “Black jobs.” Biles, who won her ninth gold medal at the Paris Olympics, posted on social media stating, “I love my black job,” in response to a supporter referring to her accomplishments in the sport.
Trump, who is the 2024 Republican presidential nominee, has faced criticism for his comments during a debate with President Joe Biden, where he mentioned “Black jobs” being taken by migrants. This statement has been labeled as racist and insulting by critics. Despite being questioned on what he meant by a “Black job,” Trump failed to provide a clear answer during a recent event with the National Association of Black Journalists.
Biles’ post comes amid ongoing controversies surrounding Trump’s remarks and his running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, who have been critical of Biles in the past, particularly in relation to her decision to withdraw from the 2021 Olympics for mental health reasons. Biles’ representatives and Trump’s campaign did not offer immediate comments on her post or her thoughts on the upcoming presidential election.
The exchange between Biles and Trump adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing political discourse in the U.S., highlighting the intersection of racial issues and athletics in the current political landscape.
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