House Homeland Security panel announces task force for security at large international events in US

The House Homeland Security Committee on Tuesday announced a bipartisan task force for security at large international events hosted in the United States.

The newly formed "Task Force on Enhancing Security for Special Events in the United States" will conduct oversight of security preparations for major upcoming international events, such as the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, the 2025 Ryder Cup, the U.S.’s 250th anniversary in 2026, the FIFA World Cup in 2026, and the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, says committee Chairman Rep. Mark Green.

Texas GOP Rep. McCaul, who is vice chairman of the committee, will help lead the task force. Member will visit event sites in advance, hold hearings and round-table discussions, and release a final report on their findings as part of the committee’s oversight of national special security events.

“As the U.S. prepares to host high-profile events like the Olympics and the World Cup, it’s imperative that we make robust security preparations to ensure Americans – and millions of international guests – can safely enjoy their experience,” McCaul said.