Donald Trump announced a new nationwide athletic competition called the Patriot Games to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The four-day event will feature one young man and one young woman from each state and territory competing in athletic challenges, though prizes and full details haven’t been revealed.
Almost immediately, critics and social media users compared the concept to The Hunger Games, noting the similarities of selecting two competitors from each region. While Trump insists it’s simply a patriotic sports event, the parallels sparked widespread debate and memes online, including reactions from Democratic politicians who openly referenced the dystopian franchise.
