Trump heads the task force and is set to run with the Olympic torch
Donald Trump to Chair White House Task Force for 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games
US President Donald Trump is taking an active role in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games by chairing a newly created White House task force responsible for federal coordination of the Olympics. This task force, established by an executive order signed in August 2025, will oversee key aspects such as security, transportation, and visa processing for foreign participants [1][2][3].
The task force, which includes Vice President JD Vance as vice chair, aims to ensure a secure and efficient Olympic event, as well as showcase U.S. hospitality and economic opportunity through the Olympic event [3]. Trump has expressed a willingness to deploy the National Guard or military to ensure safety during the Games [2].
In 2024, the torch relay for the Olympic Games will be brought to all 50 states for the first time in history. However, there is currently no information available regarding Trump's potential participation in the torch relay for the 2028 Games.
The US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) has made headlines for its decision to effectively ban trans women from competing in Olympic sports, a move that has caused controversy [4]. As of now, it is unclear if Trump or his task force has issued any specific policies or statements regarding transgender athlete participation in the 2028 Olympics.
The decision to hold the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles was made in 2017, making these the first games in America since Trump became president. The Games will also coincide with Trump's second term, as they will take place during the same year as the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The establishment of this task force has sparked political debate and criticism locally in Los Angeles. In June 2025, Trump deployed the National Guard to California despite Governor Gavin Newsom's opposition [5].
References:
- White House establishes task force for 2028 LA Olympic Games
- Trump signs executive order to establish task force for 2028 LA Olympics
- Trump's task force for 2028 LA Olympics aims to smooth visa and credential processing
- USOPC's transgender athlete policy sparks controversy
- Trump deploys National Guard to California against Governor Newsom's wishes
The US President Donald Trump, through his newly created White House task force, is taking an active role in the policy-and-legislation aspect of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, overseeing key areas such as security and visa processing. However, the task force's stance on transgender athlete participation in the Olympics remains unclear, following the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee's controversial decision to effectively ban trans women from competing in Olympic sports.
