Fulcrum Hosts FIFA World Cup Reception at The DACOR Bacon House
Fulcrum Public Affairs hosted a reception at the DACOR Bacon House celebrating the FIFA 2026 World Cup and the role of sports diplomacy in bringing people and communities together.
July 22, 2026 – Washington D.C. – Fulcrum Public Affairs proudly hosted a reception at the DACOR Bacon house celebrating the FIFA 2026 World Cup and the role of sports diplomacy in bringing people and communities together.
The event brought together members of Congress, congressional staff, Administration appointees, embassy diplomats, representatives from international and multilateral organizations, and leaders from the public and private sector for an evening of conversation and connection to close out the 2026 World Cup.
Fulcrum was joined by Congressional Soccer Caucus co-chair Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL), FIFA 2026 World Cup Caucus co-chair Sharice Davids (D-KS), Rep. Gabe Amo (D-RI), Ambassador Anniken Huitfeldt of Norway, and Minister Carlos Paredes Astigarraga of Paraguay.
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