In a move that would make even the most savage internet trolls proud, the White House took a moment from its busy schedule of running the country to serve up a steaming plate of victory—and a side of sass—to former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The occasion? The United States finally claimed Olympic gold in men’s hockey, ending a 46-year drought, by defeating Canada 2-1 in a nail-biting overtime showdown at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games.
Jack Hughes played the hero, scoring the golden goal that sent fans into a frenzy from Milan to the heart of America. But while the game was the main event, what followed was the cherry on top of a sweet victory sundae.
Remember when Trudeau, in a moment of perhaps overzealous national pride, tweeted, “You can’t take our country — and you can’t take our game”? Well, the White House sure did. With the kind of timing that would make a stand-up comedian envious, the White House quote-posted Trudeau’s old tweet. They didn’t just stop there. Oh no, they added a picture of a bald eagle standing triumphantly over a Canadian goose. Talk about rubbing salt in the wound. This wasn’t just a win on the ice; it was a social media slam dunk!
And they weren’t alone. Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III jumped into the action with his own response to Trudeau. “We took your game,” he boldly declared, waving an American flag in a photo. Subtle? Not really. Effective? Absolutely.
Meanwhile, Jack Hughes, the man of the hour, was all about the love for his country. He couldn’t stop gushing about how proud he was to wear the red, white, and blue. “I love the USA,” he said, beaming with pride. And who could blame him?
This victory was more than just a medal; it was a statement. The United States didn’t just win the game. They took the internet, too. Want all the juicy details and to catch Hughes’ big moment on ice? Watch the video now!