The GREAT USA Coalition convened a high-level meeting this week with the White House Task Force on the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing together senior leaders from across the federal government and private sector to align on preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The GREAT USA Coalition is urging the U.S. Department of State to create a targeted waiver to the Visa Bond Pilot Program for fans traveling to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, warning that current requirements could limit global participation in the tournament.

The GREAT USA Coalition welcomes the confirmation of Senator Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.

The GREAT USA Coalition welcomes the Department of Homeland Security’s decision to move forward with the release of critical federal security funding for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This action ensures that host cities across the United States will have the resources they need to safely welcome millions of visitors to what will be one of the largest sporting events in history.

The GREAT USA coalition welcomes the reopening of the Global Entry program, an important Trusted Traveler service that helps pre-approved, low-risk travelers enter the United States quickly while strengthening security and improving efficiency at our airports.

The GREAT USA Coalition is concerned about the potential impacts of the ongoing partial federal government shutdown on preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the United States will host alongside Canada and Mexico. With millions of visitors expected and the eyes of the world on our country, it is critical that federal, state, and local partners are able to operate at full capacity in the months ahead. The U.S. cannot have the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) par

Today marks 100 days until the FIFA World Cup kicks off in the United States, and excitement is building nationwide as we prepare to welcome the world’s fans.

The GREAT USA Coalition celebrates Team USA’s historic performance at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games, where American athletes won 33 medals, including a record-setting 12 golds, the most gold medals ever in a single Winter Games by Team USA.

The GREAT USA Coalition (Global Recreation, Events, and Tourism USA) submitted formal comments to the Department of Homeland Security urging DHS to clarify proposed expansions to information collection under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), including new social media disclosure requirements.

The GREAT USA Coalition applauds the announcement of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, a first-of-its-kind IndyCar street race planned for Washington, D.C. as part of the America 250 celebrations.

Opinion | Stewart Verdery, a former assistant secretary of policy and planning at the Department of Homeland Security, is executive director of the Global Recreation, Events and Tourism USA Coalition.

"The longest government shutdown in American history is finally over and not a moment too soon. With the U.S. about to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup and numerous other major events, such as the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in January 2026, the nation needs to ensure that travel to and within the U.S. is welcoming, efficient and safe. Policy disagreements over issues unrelated to travel should never compromise the security and safety of our travel systems.

Global Recreation, Events, and Tourism USA Coalition (GREAT USA) held its first official meeting with the White House Special Events Task Force and the White House Office of Public Liaison to discuss preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and other major international events.