Trump announced that Washington will host the NFL Draft in 2027 with the hope of boosting his approval ratings through sports.

President Trump announced today that Washington will host the 2027 National Football League Draft and said this will promote the development of Washington. Trump said the three-day event is planned to take place at the National Mall and could attract 1 million fans. Trump said, "These announcements are not only beneficial for the NFL, but also advance the mission of making Washington D.C safe, clean, and beautiful." Trump sees the NFL as part of a larger effort to increase his support among young white males. In the early months of his second term, he attended the Super Bowl, Daytona 500, UFC, and NCAA wrestling championships.