WASHINGTON, D.C. Sep 5, 2025 – The White House has announced that the United States will host the 2026 G20 leaders’ summit at Trump National Doral in Miami, the first such event on American soil since the 2009 gathering in Pittsburgh. The decision comes amid scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest, echoing President Trump’s unsuccessful 2019 bid to host the G7 at the same resort, which was abandoned following bipartisan criticism regarding possible violations of the Constitution’s emoluments clause.Administration officials emphasized that the summit will be conducted at cost, ensuring no profits flow to the Trump family from foreign governments or the State Department. The event is timed to coincide with America’s 250th anniversary, aiming to highlight U.S. economic strength, energy leadership, and technological advancements.
President Trump has expressed interest in extending observer invitations to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, despite heightened geopolitical strains. Local leaders in Miami-Dade County anticipate a significant economic windfall, comparable to the $35 million infusion Pittsburgh experienced in 2009 from accommodations and dining expenditures.
Critics, however, point to potential indirect benefits for the Trump Organization, such as enhanced brand exposure and secondary revenue from attending delegations and media coverage. The selection process began with a State Department call for venue proposals in February 2025, though Poland’s president inadvertently revealed Doral as the choice on September 3, 2025.
Treasury Secretary Bessent has outlined key agenda items, including bolstering global supply chains, advancing artificial intelligence, and reforming energy policies. Security measures for the December 14-15, 2026, meeting will involve close coordination with the Secret Service, leveraging the resort’s convenient access to Miami International Airport.
Further details on preparations and international responses are expected as planning progresses.