Trump forming a committee for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles
In a significant move for sports and international relations, President Donald Trump announced the establishment of a task force for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The official executive order was signed on Tuesday.
The task force, chaired by President Trump himself, is responsible for leading federal coordination for the event. Its main roles include managing security, transportation, and entry/exit processes, streamlining visa processing and credentialing for foreign athletes, coaches, officials, and media. Vice President JD Vance serves as the vice chair, and the task force includes members of Trump's cabinet and key government agencies.
The task force works closely with federal, state, and local partners to ensure the Games are safe, seamless, and successful. The focus is on showcasing American exceptionalism and maximizing economic and cultural impact.
Security is a key concern for the task force, with the Secret Service, which leads security planning as the Games are designated a "national special security event", and other law enforcement partners involved in coordination. Trump has indicated readiness to deploy the National Guard or military if necessary to keep the Olympics safe. The federal government has allocated $1 billion for security, planning, and other related costs for the Games.
The council, which includes government officials, industry leaders, and security professionals, discussed a variety of issues, including preparedness for security threats ahead of the World Cup. The meeting was in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is being hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
The first meeting of a trilateral coordinating council, consisting of the governments of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, also took place on Tuesday.
Casey Wasserman, president and chair of LA28, said the task force marks an important step forward in planning efforts for the 2028 Games. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that Trump considers it a great honor to oversee the 2028 Olympic Games.
The location of the meeting was not specified in the article. Michelle L. Price contributed reporting to the article from Washington. The article was written by Meg Kinnard for Associated Press.
This marks the first Olympics to be hosted by the U.S. since the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City, Utah. Trump has also expressed excitement about the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is being hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- The task force, chaired by President Trump, is not only responsible for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles but also for the World Cup in 2026, as Trump has shown excitement about that event too.
- As a part of the task force's duties, they work closely with government officials, industry leaders, and security professionals to ensure safety and success for both the Olympics and the World Cup, as demonstrated by their preparation for security threats ahead of the World Cup.
