"“I know we rely a lot on the federal funding,” Rubio said. “Can you assure me that we're not going to be left in the middle of the planning carrying the bag?” Rubio was addressing Joey Freeman, the vice president of state affairs for the LA28 Organizing Committee, who testified before lawmakers."
"Freeman assured legislators that the organizing committee had a “wonderful working relationship” with the Trump administration. He said the committee successfully advocated for $1 billion in federal funds for state and local law enforcement, and $94 million to boost transportation planning."
"LA28 leaders previously projected that the Games will cost more than $7.1 billion. They've said the money will come from a mix of sources, including corporate sponsors, ticket sales, merchandise, the federal government and the International Olympic Committee."
"“As a state, our funding is also stretched thin, and at the end of the day we don't want to have to step in to save the Olympics,” Rubio said. Several other concerns were raised during the roughly three-hour hearing, includin"
State lawmakers raised concerns that tensions between the Trump administration and California could disrupt federal funding needed for the 2028 Olympics. The funding includes about $1 billion for state and local law enforcement and $94 million for transportation planning. Lawmakers questioned whether California could be left responsible if federal support fails, especially given limited state resources. The LA28 Organizing Committee said it has a working relationship with the Trump administration and previously advocated successfully for the federal funds. Lawmakers also began drafting bills aimed at protecting immigrants from increased ICE enforcement actions expected during the international sporting event.
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