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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Brendan Rascius

Trump working with 2028 Olympic organizers to host golf tournament at his club

  • Organizers for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are collaborating with administration officials to host a golf tournament at Donald Trump ’s California club.
  • The proposed pro-am event at Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles would not be an official Olympic competition but aims to foster a productive relationship with the White House.
  • This initiative is considered vital for securing substantial federal support, including visa coordination and security operations, for the large-scale sporting event.
  • Holding the tournament close to the games could increase the likelihood of Donald Trump participating in the opening ceremony, a role historically undertaken by heads of state.
  • Casey Wasserman, chair of the LA28 Olympic Games, has spearheaded outreach efforts despite facing scrutiny over past email exchanges with Ghislaine Maxwell.

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