Former President Donald Trump is reportedly contemplating a visit to the Winter Olympics in Milan, particularly if the U.S. hockey team performs well. This potential visit comes after Vice President J. D. Vance's recent trip to Italy, signaling an interest from U.S. officials in participating in the festivities surrounding the games. The climax of the Olympic event will be the closing ceremony scheduled to take place next Sunday in Verona.

The Italian authorities are reportedly making preparations for Trump's possible appearance, which could coincide with the U.S. hockey team's final match, should they advance to this stage of the competition. Sources suggest that signals have been received from Rome indicating Trump’s interest in attending. However, when approached for comment, an International Olympic Committee spokesperson declined to provide any confirmation about Trump's plans or the matter at hand, leaving speculation rife among the media and public.

If Trump indeed travels to Italy for the Olympics, it would mark a significant event, possibly reigniting some of the fervor and attention surrounding his past presidency and ongoing political presence. The intersection of sports and politics tends to attract media coverage, and Trump's involvement could amplify the visibility of the Olympics, placing additional focus on the games and the performance of U.S. athletes on an international stage.