US EditionDonald Trump Threatens to Move FIFA World Cup Games Out of Democrat Cities
- U.S. President Donald Trump's Chief of Protocol, Monica Crowley, stated he is discussing with FIFA the potential relocation of World Cup matches from Democratic-led cities due to concerns about crime rates.
- Crowley confirmed that while no decisions have been made, Trump wants to ensure safety for all visitors during the matches.
- The cities hosting World Cup matches are largely Democratic, with only Dallas and Miami being the exceptions, according to Crowley.
- Trump indicated he would address any crime issues in host cities if they arise by the time of the tournament.
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Donald Trump threatens to move FIFA World Cup games out of Democrat cities
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Trump says US ready to host World Cup, will 'take care' of crime in host cities
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US official says Trump 'talking to FIFA' about moving World Cup games out of Democratic cities
Chief of Protocol Monica Crowley does not specify which cities the president is addressing in his talks with football federation, but nearly all US-based games will be played in Democratic-run cities - Anadolu Ajansı
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