US Vice President JD Vance to Lead Delegation at 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

US Vice President JD Vance will lead the American delegation to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, attending the opening ceremony alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio, second lady Usha Vance, US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta, and several Olympic gold medalists. The Games begin on February 6, with the Parade of Nations held across four locations, including Milan's San Siro stadium. Notably, former President Donald Trump is not part of the delegation.