USOPC Confident in Visa Assurances for LA 2028 Olympics Amid Travel Concerns
Source: news.source.gmanetwork_ph
The USOPC has received significant reassurances from the White House regarding visa processes for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, addressing concerns raised by a memo suggesting potential travel restrictions. Gene Sykes, Chair of the USOPC, highlighted the administration's commitment to ensuring a successful event for all participants, despite not addressing the issue of visas for transgender athletes.
Key Points
The USOPC received reassurances from the White House on visas for the 2028 LA Olympics.
A memo previously indicated potential visa restrictions for 41 countries, which could affect the Games.
Gene Sykes emphasized the administration's desire for a successful Olympics for all participants.
The issue of visas for transgender athletes was not discussed, despite Trump's executive order against transgender participation in women's sports.
The IOC has left transgender participation guidelines to individual sports federations.
