Who is Monica Torres? Inside the HuffPost story that sparked outrage during Team USA’s Olympic win
Monica Torres, a senior HuffPost reporter, faced backlash after a February 21, 2026 article suggested some viewers may feel “discomfort” while watching Team USA win Olympic medals. The headline and tagline drew strong criticism online. The article discussed “cognitive dissonance” and included comments from Hunter Hess and psychologist Tanisha Ranger. No official response has been issued yet.
Monica Torres, a senior HuffPost reporter, faced backlash after a February 21, 2026 article suggested some viewers may feel “discomfort” while watching Team USA win Olympic medals. The headline and tagline drew strong criticism online. The article discussed “cognitive dissonance” and included comments from Hunter Hess and psychologist Tanisha Ranger. No official response has been issued yet.
