LaHood Invited to Participate in the White House Task Force for the World Cup 2026

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) - co-chair of the Congressional Soccer Caucus - participated in the first meeting for the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026.

"I was honored to participate in the first meeting for the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026," said Rep. LaHood. "Over 39 days, 104 matches will be played, and over 10 million fans will travel across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. President Trump's White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026 will provide much-needed leadership to streamline an unprecedented level of coordination between our federal agencies to set our country up for a safe and successful 2026 World Cup. It is critical that federal, state, and local agencies and officials are equipped with the resources they need to enhance security efforts, modernize travel processes, and invest in the necessary improvements in technology."

Background:

On March 7, 2025, President Trump established the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Task Force is dedicated to leading and coordinating federal efforts in support of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Task Force will collaborate with executive departments and agencies while facilitating comprehensive planning, organization, and execution of one of the largest sporting events in history.

Through interagency cooperation, information sharing, and strategic support, the Task Force aims to ensure the successful hosting of world-class international events.

Read Rep. LaHood's op-ed on the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026 HERE.

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