Donald Trump to Serve as Honorary Chairman for Presidents Cup in Illinois

Tyler Longview, TX, September 27, 2026 —

President Donald Trump has been announced as the honorary chairman for the upcoming Presidents Cup event, scheduled to take place in Medinah, Illinois. The role of honorary chairman is a ceremonial position typically bestowed upon a prominent figure to lend prestige and visibility to the tournament.

The Presidents Cup is a biennial team golf competition between a team representing the United States and an International Team representing the rest of the world excluding Europe. Medinah Country Club, located in Medinah, Illinois, will host the event. This marks a significant sporting event for the region.

Specific details regarding President Trump’s involvement beyond the honorary chairmanship, such as his schedule or planned appearances at the event, were not provided in the announcement. The exact dates of the Presidents Cup in Medinah were not specified in the available information.

The presidents of both the PGA of America and the International Golf Federation typically work together to select the honorary chairman. This individual often plays a role in pre-tournament ceremonies or serves as an ambassador for the event. Further information regarding the responsibilities and planned activities for President Trump in this capacity is expected to be released closer to the tournament dates.

Medinah Country Club has a history of hosting major golf championships, including multiple U.S. Opens and Ryder Cups, making it a well-established venue for high-profile international golf tournaments. The selection of an honorary chairman is a tradition that aims to enhance the event’s profile on a national and international scale.

Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on www.ketk.com, see more information here.

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