U.S. President Trump Issues Executive Decree Establishing Task Force for the 2028 Olympic Games
President Trump Forms Task Force for 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles
President Donald Trump has established a task force to oversee the organisation and security of the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The task force, created by an executive order, aims to ensure the Games go off without a hitch while showcasing American pride and economic opportunity.
The task force, chaired by President Trump himself, will consist of members of his cabinet and key government agencies. Vice President JD Vance will serve as Vice Chair. The team will work closely with federal, state, and local partners to manage security and transportation, coordinate entry and exit processes, and streamline visa processing and credentialing for foreign athletes, coaches, officials, and media.
The President has emphasised a strong federal role in security, stating he would deploy the National Guard or military if necessary to protect the Games. This reflects a more assertive federal involvement than seen in past U.S.-hosted Olympics.
The task force's work includes facilitating the entry of athletes, coaches, officials, and fans into the country for the event. It will also work to streamline the visa process to make it as smooth as possible for all parties involved.
The 2028 Summer Olympics will be held in Los Angeles, marking the first time the United States has hosted the Summer Olympics since 2002. The Olympic flame will arrive in Los Angeles after a quarter-century since the last time the US hosted the Olympics, which was the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.
The United States will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Canada and Mexico, serving as a trial run for hosting a major international sporting event before the 2028 Summer Olympics. According to the Associated Press, President Trump stated that the L.A. Olympics is shaping up to be a wonderful moment for America.
The executive order allows the task force to terminate at the end of 2028, but the president has the option to extend it. The task force's focus is on security and planning for the Games, reflecting Trump's focus on safety and national prominence for the event.
The task force, dedicated to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, will work towards ensuring a secure and flawless event, showcasing American pride and economic opportunity. Their responsibilities include streamlining visa processes for athletes, coaches, officials, and media, as well as managing security and transportation logistics.
The 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will be an occasion for the nation to demonstrate its capabilities in organizing international sports events, preceded by the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted with Canada and Mexico.
