Trump’s immigration message is colliding with his welcome to World Cup fans
The White House balances expedited visa processing with expanded travel bans and possible Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, risking exclusion of fans from 19 countries, officials say.
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By SEUNG MIN KIM WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump will surely grab attention during the World Cup draw to be held Friday in Washington. He will welcome teams and fans from all over the world at a time when his administration is expanding travel restrictions to the United States for people from 19 countries and has hardened its anti-immigrant rhetoric.
Trump's immigration message is colliding with his welcome to World Cup fans
President Donald Trump will be taking center stage at the World Cup draw as he rolls out the welcome mat for teams and fans from around the globe.
At the 2026 World Cup, ICE officials could specifically control fans – the White House does not rule out arrests in the stadium.
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