Trump assures that Los Angeles will be secure for the 2028 Olympics
President Highlights Upcoming Sporting Events in State of the Union Address
In his State of the Union address on Tuesday, President Donald Trump emphasized the excitement surrounding two major upcoming sporting events in Los Angeles: the 2028 Summer Olympics and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This statement follows his earlier threats to relocate the Olympics due to concerns over "unsafe conditions."
Approximately 20 minutes into his speech, the President recognized the U.S. men’s hockey team for their recent gold medal victory at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics, congratulating them on their achievement against a "fantastic Canadian team in overtime."
“What special champions you are. Thank you very much,” Trump remarked to Team USA. He added that the next time the Olympic torch is lit, it will do so in the United States, assuring that Los Angeles will be prepared. “We’re going to do a good job in Los Angeles. Los Angeles is going to be safe, just like Washington D.C. is one of the safest cities in the country.” The statement was met with applause from lawmakers, including Democratic Rep. Pete Aguilar.
Trump expressed enthusiasm about the FIFA World Cup, noting the significance of hosting both prestigious events. “This is exciting news,” he said.
These remarks come several months after the President suggested he might strip Los Angeles of its Olympic hosting rights if local officials fail to meet expectations. In an Oval Office news conference last October, he emphasized, “If I thought LA was not going to be prepared properly, I would move it to another location, if I had to.”
In previous statements, Trump affirmed his commitment to public safety during the Olympics, stating he would use resources such as the National Guard or military if necessary. “We’ll do anything necessary to keep the Olympics safe,” he indicated while signing an executive order to establish a federal task force for the Games.
Additionally, the Trump administration has been considering a proposal requiring travelers from over 40 countries to submit their social media histories for the previous five years to enter the U.S., as noted in a Federal Register notice last December.
Although the U.S. women’s hockey team was unable to attend the State of the Union due to scheduling conflicts, the President confirmed that the gold medalists will be welcomed at the White House "soon."
