November 4, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the 2026 midterm elections, the GREAT USA Coalition looks forward to working with policymakers on both sides of the aisle to strengthen America's position as a premier destination for international travelers. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, and other major international events bringing the world's attention to the United States, the years ahead present a historic opportunity to showcase

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, the U.S. Travel Association convened travel industry CEOs for a meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office to discuss the enormous opportunity ahead for America’s travel economy. During the meeting, U.S. Travel CEO Geoff Freeman and President Trump discussed the goal of welcoming 100 million international visitors annually by 2030, which would result in $81 billion in additional spending and more than 400,000 American jobs. READ MORE:

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.