President Trump to Attend 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship Game
The 2026 College Football Playoff national championship game is set to feature a showdown between No. 1 Indiana and No. 10 Miami at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. President Donald Trump will be in attendance for this historic Big Ten-vs.-ACC matchup, scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff on Monday, Jan. 19. Trump's presence at college football games is not new, as he has previously attended Army-Navy games, College Football Playoff games, and Power Four matchups since taking office in 2017.
Confirmed by the White House, Trump will be joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the CFP Championship game. This event is part of Trump's Martin Luther King Jr. Day schedule, and he has a personal connection to the game through his granddaughter, Kai Trump, who recently signed to play for the Miami women's golf team. Trump's attendance at the national championship game will mark his third appearance at such an event, with his first being in 2018 when Alabama secured a thrilling overtime victory against Georgia.
Throughout his time in office, Trump has attended a total of 12 college football games, including those he attended as president-elect and as the Republican nominee for the 2024 Presidential Election. His presence at sporting events continues to be a notable aspect of his public appearances, showcasing his interest in and support for college athletics.