Trump names gold medalist hockey players and ice skaters as US delegates to the Milan-Cortina Olympics opening ceremony.

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio landed in Milan on Thursday to lead the U.S. delegation for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Their trip comes as GOP pundits — and President Donald Trump himself — have boosted the pair as a possible 2028 presidential ticket.

Figure skaters Madison Chock and Evan Bates took the silver medal in ice dancing, with Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron of France taking the gold. Jordan Stolz won gold and set an Olympic record in men’s 1,000-meter speedskating.

U. S. freestyle skier Hunter Hess has “mixed emotions” representing the United States at the Milano Cortina 2026.

This Friday, the 25th Winter Olympics will open in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. How big will the Games be? Will Russia be allowed to participate in the competitions — and what about security and doping?

Leaders of the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee say they've emphasized partnership and striking the right tone with sports leaders around the world.

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina continue Wednesday, with several high-profile events on tap, with men's hockey leading the way.