US EditionICE Director Says It Will Play Key Security Role At World Cup
ICE will provide security and intelligence at the 2026 World Cup in U.S. cities without pausing enforcement, raising concerns about impacts on fan attendance, lawmakers said.
- On Tuesday, Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons told a House panel ICE agents will be a key part of security at this year's FIFA World Cup and declined to guarantee halting enforcement near venues, Lyons said.
- ICE commonly provides intelligence at international sporting events, and Homeland Security Investigations is a core element of the 2026 FIFA World Cup security at MetLife Stadium and Lincoln Financial Field.
- Rep. Nellie Pou warned that ICE's presence could hurt fan confidence and attendance, as Lyons said, 'We are dedicated to securing that operation and we are dedicated to the security of all of our participants as well as visitors.'
- The session marked the first time ICE, U.S. Customs and Border Protection , and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services leaders appeared together since two civilians died during a Minnesota operation, exposing sharp divisions as Democratic lawmakers urged body-camera mandates while Republican lawmakers stressed agent safety.
- Organizers and local officials have warned immigration enforcement could create uncertainty for international visitors, affecting attendance at MetLife Stadium with eight games and Lincoln Financial Field hosting six matches.
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