Trump to Lead 2028 LA Olympics Task Force
New Intergovernmental Initiative Aims to Oversee Summer Games
Donald Trump is set to announce a new federal task force Tuesday dedicated to overseeing the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The former president intends to lead this initiative, which will bring together federal, state, and local law enforcement and government agencies.
Olympic Leadership and Collaboration
The announcement is scheduled for a meeting tomorrow, with several Olympic athletes and representatives from the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committees expected to attend. This task force represents a significant intergovernmental effort aimed at coordinating the logistical and security aspects of the Games.
“On behalf of LA28, I want to express our deep appreciation to President Trump and his Administration for their leadership and unwavering support as we prepare to deliver the largest and most ambitious Olympic and Paralympic Games ever hosted in the United States,”
—Casey Wasserman, Chairperson and President of LA28
Casey Wasserman, the chairperson and president of LA28, expressed gratitude for the former president’s commitment. He highlighted Trump‘s consistent recognition of the responsibility involved in hosting the global event.
Potential Political Friction
Trump‘s prominent role in organizing the L.A. Olympics could face opposition from California state leaders. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom have had notable public disagreements with Trump in the past, including disputes over immigration enforcement and wildfire responses.
Historically, federal task forces for Olympic bids are typically led by law enforcement, and their involvement usually precedes a city’s selection, not after it has already secured the Games. The U.S. typically commits federal resources to secure bids for host cities.
Security for major international events like the Olympics is a massive undertaking. For instance, the 2024 Paris Olympics are projected to cost over €4 billion, with a significant portion dedicated to security measures involving thousands of police and military personnel, as reported by Reuters (Reuters, 2023).
