Trump's New Task Force for 2028 Olympics: A Strategic Move

U.S. President Donald Trump is poised to sign an executive order establishing a White House Olympics task force on Tuesday, according to an administration official. The task force will handle security and logistical challenges for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, coordinating efforts across federal, state, and local agencies.

A key initiative of the task force will be to "streamline visa processing and credentialing for foreign athletes, coaches, officials, and media," the official mentioned. Trump's administration, celebrating the hosting duties as an honor, sees this event coinciding with his potential second term in office.

During Trump's first term, he played a significant role in securing the bid for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized the president's commitment to overseeing this global sports event, expressing enthusiasm for the preparations and planning led by Casey Wasserman, chair and president of LA28.

(With inputs from agencies.)