The United States Olympic Committee took action Monday to start the removal of USA Gymnastics as a national governing body for the sport, according to the Associated Press.
USOC CEO Sarah Hirshland explained the decision in a statement:
"This is a situation in which there are no perfect solutions. Seeking to revoke recognition is not a conclusion that we have come to easily. In the short-term, we have to work to ensure that USAG gymnasts have the support necessary to excel on and off the field of play. We are building plans to do just that.