Overview

• The president announced the plan in the Oval Office with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino, who let him handle the World Cup trophy and handed him a symbolic ticket to the 2026 final.
• The Kennedy Center selection replaces earlier expectations that Las Vegas would host the draw.
• FIFA said ticket sales will begin in September, with phased registration and presale windows to follow.
• Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said international fans will be able to obtain visas under a scrutinized but fast process.
• Trump tied the decision to security efforts and venue renovations during a visit to the Kennedy Center, while media reports noted his claims of steep crime reductions in Washington are disputed.