There’s no credible evidence that Bret Baier’s son, Paul, is training with the U.S. Olympic team—or that his father did something extraordinary to enable such an achievement. Here’s the verified story:
✅ What is real:
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Paul Baier, now 17, was born with five congenital heart defects and underwent five open-heart surgeries, including a major emergency procedure in 2024 on a golf‑ball‑sized aneurysm facebook.com+15people.com+15people.com+15.
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Following that surgery, doctors said Paul's recovery has been “awesome.” He's back in school, actively playing sports, and planning for college people.com.
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Bret Baier has shared moving updates, including family time at the Masters, celebrating Paul’s resilience and return to everyday life facebook.com+14people.com+14people.com+14.
🚫 What remains unverified:
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There is no reporting indicating that Paul trains with—or has trialed for—the U.S. Olympic team.
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No sources mention Bret Baier taking any special action to facilitate such elite athletic achievement.
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The claim that Paul is now an aspiring Olympian is not supported by any reputable news outlet.