WADA to weigh barring Trump, US officials from LA Olympics and possibly World Cup over unpaid dues - AP News

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March 13, 2026
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WADA may ban Trump and US officials from 2028 LA Olympics over unpaid dues.

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The World Anti-Doping Agency is considering banning President Trump and other US officials from attending the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and potentially the 2026 World Cup due to unpaid American dues to the organization. WADA officials will deliberate on the sanctions as part of their response to the United States' financial obligations to the global anti-doping watchdog. The potential ban would prevent high-level American government representatives from participating in major sporting events hosted on US soil. The decision comes as tensions persist between WADA and American authorities over doping enforcement policies and financial commitments. WADA is expected to make a final determination on the sanctions in upcoming meetings.

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