US EditionPresident Trump suggests moving 2026 World Cup games from cities he deems unsafe
Trump warned he may relocate World Cup matches from cities he views as unsafe, citing crime concerns and federal intervention despite lacking authority, while $625 million in security funding is planned.
- President Trump suggested that matches for the 2026 Men's World Cup could be relocated from cities he deems unsafe, stating, "We won’t allow it to go- we’ll move it around a little."
- Trump mentioned crime statistics to justify possible relocations, saying, "If any city we think is going to be even a little bit dangerous for the World Cup... we won't allow it."
- During his remarks, Trump claimed recent crime rates in Chicago were exaggerated and used them to justify his stance, mentioning Chicago as a potential relocation site despite it not hosting matches.
- Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker condemned Trump's comments, signaling opposition to military occupation in the state in response to his threats.
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President Trump Floats Idea Of Removing World Cup Hosting Rights From 'Unsafe' Cities
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In 2026 the football World Cup takes place in the USA. Stadiums have been established for a long time, but now Donald Trump interferes with alleged security concerns.
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