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

Rochester, NY, September 27, 2026 —

President Donald Trump is set to participate in the upcoming Presidents Cup golf tournament, where he will serve as the honorary chairman. The event is scheduled to take place in Medinah, Illinois.

This appearance will mark President Trump’s fourth visit to a golf tournament this year. Specific details regarding the dates of the Presidents Cup event or the nature of President Trump’s duties beyond the honorary chairman role were not provided in the summary. Information about the other three golf tournaments he has attended this year was also not detailed.

The Presidents Cup is a biennial men’s 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, is a historic venue that has hosted numerous major championships.

As honorary chairman, President Trump’s role is typically ceremonial, often involving opening remarks or a presence during the event’s proceedings. The specific engagements for this year’s Presidents Cup are not yet specified. The summary did not include any direct quotes from President Trump or any other officials concerning his involvement or the tournament itself.

Further details regarding the Presidents Cup, including the official dates, participating players, and President Trump’s schedule of activities, are expected to be released.

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