US Olympic Wrestling Gold Medalist Pleads Guilty in Prostitution Sting

Kyle Snyder, a celebrated American Olympic wrestler and 2016 gold medalist, pleaded guilty to a lesser misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct following his arrest in a prostitution sting in Columbus, Ohio. Snyder was initially charged with engaging in prostitution after responding to a fake online advertisement and meeting an undercover officer, offering cash for oral sex. He was fined $250 and required to attend a 'John School,' a program for first-time offenders which Snyder said taught him about the impact of his decisions on his family and community. The 29-year-old wrestler, who also won silver at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and is a three-time NCAA champion, expressed remorse and highlighted his focus on faith and family. Snyder has recently signed with the Real American Freestyle wrestling league, which is set to launch in August with Hulk Hogan as commissioner. The case has drawn attention due to Snyder's high profile, including his past role on President Donald Trump's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition.