Roger Marshall: “before I wrap up, I want to voice my support for Kansas City's bid to serve as host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup…”

“before I wrap up, I want to voice my support for Kansas City's bid to serve as host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup prior to tomorrow's highly anticipated venue visit by FIFA representatives. Kansas is home to some of the most devoted, fanatic soccer fans in the world that are ready to cheer on Team USA, and what better place to do it than in America's heartland. The Kansas City community, alongside Sporting KC, has shown unwavering commitment to make this dream a reality, and Kansas City is no stranger to hosting major sporting events, from the Big 12 Men's Basketball Conference Championships, NCAA March Madness, and plans to host the NFL Football Draft in 2023. We have great, fan-friendly facilities and something for everyone in the family to do. We have the lodging, public transportation, shopping and dining options needed to make the 2026 World Cup a great success. The FIFA World Cup is the largest and most prestigious single-sport event in the world, and there is no better place for it to be held than Kansas City. Thank you. I yield back. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from North Dakota. ____________________”