Establishing the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026
Executive Order 2025-04102
|Signed on March 8, 2025
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What it means
Creates a White House Task Force to coordinate federal preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Led by the President and Vice President, this group will organize government efforts as the US co-hosts what's being called "the largest sporting event in history" during America's 250th anniversary year.
Expected impact
- Enhanced coordination between government agencies for security, transportation, and infrastructure around World Cup events
- Economic boost through increased tourism and international visibility during the tournament
- Potential diplomatic opportunities as the US showcases its hospitality to international visitors and teams
- Streamlined planning processes with a central task force to manage federal resources and support
- Greater federal participation and visibility in what will be a major global sporting event coinciding with America's semiquincentennial