Trump to host major sports commissioners in Oval Office for America 250 planning: report

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The commissioners of the four major sports leagues — the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB — will reportedly meet with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office next week as he unveils plans for the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States.

The NFL’s Roger Goodell, NBA’s Adam Silver, MLB’s Rob Manfred and NHL’s Gary Bettman are all scheduled to attend the event next week, per The Athletic. The exact date is subject to change.

The White House and the four sports leagues did not immediately answer Fox News Digital's request for comment.

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President Donald Trump speaks as Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris, left; NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, center; and District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser, right, listen during an event in the Oval Office of the White House May 5, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

"America 250" will have a sports connection, including the announced UFC fight on the South Lawn of the White House scheduled for June 14.

Trump also announced the White House would host the Patriot Games, a high school athletic event that will span four days with athletes participating from all over the country. Trump said "one young man and one young woman from each state and territory" would be competing in the games.

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The leagues have also taken action as part of the 250th anniversary, with the NFL announcing in November it will participate in the anniversary with on-field promotions and