This boycott only extends to government officials, meaning US athletes are still expected to compete in Beijing.
“The athletes on Team USA have our full support.”
The last time the US staged afull boycottwas during the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow during the Cold War.
Monday’s announcement comes two months before the Games are set to begin.
“We feel this sends a clear message,” Psaki said during the press briefing.
This wishful thinking and pure grandstanding is aimed at political manipulation.
