President Donald Trump signs an executive order establishing a White House Task Force for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to establish a White House Task Force that will oversee the preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US.

The tasked force will be chaired by Donald Trump with Vice President JD Vance as co-chair. The task force will coordinate efforts among federal agencies to support tournament planning, security, and logistics.

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President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a White House Task Force for the 2026 World Cup and, alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino, unveiled the 2025 Club World Cup trophy.

With the event being co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the initiative aims to ensure smooth execution and maximize economic benefits.

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The U.S. will host matches in multiple cities, with the final set to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The tournament is expected to attract nearly half a million visitors, boosting tourism and local economies.

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