President Donald Trump hosted a reception in the White House Rose Garden on Thursday to honor members of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams.
The event recognizes the athletic achievements of American competitors at the 2026 Winter Games, serving as the official presidential acknowledgment of their international success.
More than 120 members of the Olympic and Paralympic teams were invited to the ceremony [2], [3]. While some reports listed the number of attendees as more than 100 [1], other sources confirmed the higher figure of more than 120 athletes and staff [2], [3].
The reception focused on the performance of Team USA during the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games. During the Olympic competition, the United States secured a total of 33 medals, consisting of 12 gold, 12 silver, and nine bronze [4].
In addition to the Olympic results, the event honored the success of the U.S. Paralympic team. The Paralympic delegation earned 24 medals during the games, including 13 gold medals [4].
The gathering in the Rose Garden provided a venue for the president to meet the athletes and celebrate the combined medal haul from both the Olympic and Paralympic events. The ceremony emphasized the national impact of the athletes' performances on the global stage.
“The United States secured a total of 33 medals, consisting of 12 gold, 12 silver, and nine bronze.”
This reception follows the traditional protocol of honoring national athletes after a major global sporting event. By bringing together both Olympic and Paralympic athletes, the administration reinforces the parity of achievement between the two delegations while utilizing the visibility of the 2026 Winter Games' success to project a narrative of American excellence and national unity.
