Olympic star posts graphic anti-ICE message ahead of Milan Cortina Games

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said Kenworthy wouldn't be punished for his political viewpoint.

"During the Olympic Games, all participants have the opportunity to express their views as per the athlete expression guidelines. The IOC does not regulate personal social media posts," the IOC told the Press Association.

ICE agents were also expected to act as security for U.S. officials. It prompted outrage from Italian officials and sparked protests around the country.

Kenworthy was born in Great Britain but moved to Colorado as a child. He represented the U.S. in the 2014 Olympics in Sochi but chose to compete for Great Britain in 2019.