Trump Bids for World Expo 2035 in Miami

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President Trump has announced a bold new initiative to showcase America’s renewed global standing, officially launching a bid for Miami to host the World Expo 2035. This move, a central component of his “Golden Age of America” agenda, would see the international fair return to American soil for the first time in over four decades. To spearhead the effort, Trump has tapped Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a Miami native, to lead the coordination—a task expected to generate billions in economic growth for South Florida and solidify the nation’s position as a global leader.

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Trump announced the U.S. bid for World Expo 2035 in Miami, positioning it as a centerpiece of his “Golden Age of America” agenda
Secretary of State Marco Rubio appointed to chair coordination efforts, adding another major responsibility to his expanding portfolio
Miami would host the first World Expo on American soil since 1984, competing against San Francisco, Berlin, and other international cities
Trump projects thousands of jobs and billions in economic growth for the Miami area if the bid succeeds

Trump Positions Miami as Gateway to American Excellence

President Trump announced on January 22, 2026, via Truth Social that the United States intends to bid for hosting the World Expo 2035, with Miami as the proposed host city. Trump stated, “The great state of Florida has expressed strong interest in hosting the Expo in Miami, which I fully support. Miami Expo 2035 can be the next big milestone in our new Golden Age of America.” The announcement fits squarely within Trump’s broader strategy to attract major international events to American soil, demonstrating renewed global confidence in U.S. leadership after years of Biden-era decline.

"Today, I am announcing the United States’ intention to bid for the World Expo 2035. The Great State of Florida has expressed strong interest in hosting the Expo in Miami, which I fully support. Miami Expo 2035 can be the next big milestone in our new Golden Age of America. I am… pic.twitter.com/yLkdyDMuHg

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) January 22, 2026

Rubio Takes Charge of Massive Economic Opportunity

Trump appointed Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a Miami native, to chair the coordinating and advancement efforts for the bid. Rubio publicly responded on X, stating he was “honored” to be appointed and emphasizing, “The event is an incredible stage to showcase our nation’s Golden Age and American exceptionalism before the world. There is nothing quite like Miami hospitality and it would be a privilege to bring the World Expo back to the U.S.” The appointment leverages Rubio’s deep connections to Miami while adding another significant responsibility to his role as Secretary of State.

Historic Event Would End Four-Decade American Absence

World Expos are months-long international fairs where countries build pavilions to share their cultures and showcase innovations, attracting millions of visitors and generating substantial economic activity. The United States has not hosted a World Expo since 1984 in New Orleans, which drew 7.35 million visitors from 15 countries. The most recent World Expo in Osaka, Japan, welcomed more than 29 million visitors from April through October 2025, demonstrating the massive tourism and economic potential these events generate for host cities and nations.

Miami now competes against San Francisco and Berlin for the 2035 hosting rights, with Egypt and South Korea also expressing interest. The Bureau International des Expositions will conduct the formal selection process after Saudi Arabia hosts the 2030 World Expo in Riyadh. Trump has positioned the World Expo 2035 within a larger agenda of attracting major international events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and upcoming G20 and G7 Summits.

Economic Impact Could Transform South Florida

Trump projects the World Expo would create thousands of jobs and generate billions in economic growth for the Miami area. The event would require significant infrastructure development and investment, benefiting construction, real estate, tourism, and hospitality sectors throughout South Florida. This represents exactly the kind of pro-growth, America-first economic development that voters demanded when they rejected the previous administration’s stagnation and regulatory overreach. Miami’s selection would enhance America’s global standing while delivering tangible economic benefits to hardworking Floridians who deserve opportunities for prosperity.

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