White House press secretary Jen Psaki Monday defended U.S. track and field star Gwen Berry's decision to turn her back on the nation's flag, saying Berry was seeking to "peacefully protest" the moments that Americans "haven’t lived up to our highest ideals." Berry, 31, placed third over the weekend in the hammer throw during the U.S. Olympic trials, earning her a spot on the team. "Does President Biden think that is appropriate behavior for someone who hopes to represent Team USA?" Berry has a history of taking controversial stances, raising a fist during the medal ceremony at the Pan American Games in 2019. "My purpose and my mission is bigger than sports," Berry said.

Source: Fox News June 28, 2021 22:26 UTC