In June 2021, after three women accused Hadzic of committing sexual misconduct against them, and at least 10 witnesses supported the claimants' allegations, the U.S. Center for SafeSport temporarily suspended him from any fencing activities.

USA Fencing imposed a "safety plan" to keep him away from other athletes, including requiring Hadzic to stay at a remote hotel that was outside the Olympic Village where his teammates were housed.

In June 2023, after an investigation of over two years, due to his sexual misconduct Hadzic was permanently banned by SafeSport from participating in any activity of or under the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee.

USA Fencing issued a statement saying that the decision: "should serve as a stern warning to everyone that conduct that is threatening, harmful or inappropriate toward anyone in our sport will not be tolerated."

[19] Due to the results of the investigation which found him responsible, Hadzic was suspended by Columbia University for the 2013-14 year, and kicked off the fencing team.

How can the United States Fencing Association, in good conscience, claim its hands are tied and permit the participation of a known rapist into its athletic midst?

[24] In June 2021, the U.S. Center for SafeSport temporarily suspended Hadzic from any fencing activities, after three women accused him of committing sexual misconduct against them, and at least 10 witnesses submitted statements supporting the claimants' allegations.

[37][38] They wrote that they "vehemently oppose[d]" Hadzic living in the Olympic Village, saying: We are all aware of the accusations of sexual assault raised against Alen.

Hundreds of other US athletes, coaches, and staff, not to mention the thousands of international Olympic stakeholders staying in the village, will be unknowingly also put at risk due to Alen’s presence.

[45][41] Hadzic's case garnered national attention, with women athletes speaking out against his ability to represent the U.S., and caused what Buzzfeed News called an "unprecedented uproar and backlash during ... [the] Games.

[27][46] In a call between USA Fencing’s executives and board members about the Hadzic matter, at-large director David Alperstein waved off concerns, saying: "This will all blow over.

"[53] In December 2023, SafeSport’s decision to permanently ban Hadzic was upheld on appeal, ensuring that he is never again allowed to compete in [U.S.] fencing competitions.

[54] USA Fencing issued a statement saying that the decision: "should serve as a stern warning to everyone that conduct that is threatening, harmful or inappropriate toward anyone in our sport will not be tolerated.