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Iranian World Cup players will be able to enter US the day before matches, DHS says
Iranian World Cup players will be able to enter US the day before matches, DHS says June 9 : Iran's national soccer team, currently training in Tijuana, Mexico, will be able to enter the U.S. the day before each of their three World Cup matches, the Department of Homeland Security said on Tuesday. Media reports over the weekend had quoted the Iranian ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, as saying that Iran's team would have to enter and leave the U.S. the same day as they were playing,...
US confirms it denied entry to Somali referee set to take part in World Cup
US confirms it denied entry to Somali referee set to take part in World Cup DHS says award-winning referee Omar Artan was ‘determined to be inadmissible due to vetting concerns’ after arriving in Miami. The United States has denied entry to a top Somali referee who was set to participate in the FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about Washington’s travel restrictions and their impact on the tournament. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed to Al Jazeera on Monday that Omar Artan...
Cops and FBI race to protect World Cup from drones as Homeland Security boss admits ‘everybody’s a little behind’
Cops and FBI race to protect World Cup from drones as Homeland Security boss admits ‘everybody’s a little behind’ Officials hastily moving to secure global tournament after government shutdown and supply chain issues slowed anti-drone preparations - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Local police departments and federal agencies across the U.S. are racing to prepare anti-drone defenses ahead of the World Cup, which kicks off next week and is expected to draw up to 7 million visitors across...
DHS threats to pull agents from Newark Airport ahead of World Cup will cost $8 billion, advisory group warns
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has threatened to pull agents from Newark Airport ahead of the World Cup, which could cost the US economy $8 billion, according to an advisory group. The move is a response to a lack of assistance from local law enforcement for federal immigration officials in northern New Jersey.
Workers at Los Angeles stadium hosting World Cup matches reach tentative agreement after authorizing strike
The union representing workers at SoFi Stadium, the Los Angeles-area arena hosting the FIFA World Cup, has reached a tentative agreement with operators at the stadium after voting overwhelmingly last week to authorize a strike — and just days before the venue is scheduled to host its first of several matches. The deal, reached Monday night with Legends Hospitality, will be ratified this week, Unite Here Local 11 said on X Tuesday. The union, which represents nearly 2,000 cooks, dishwashers,...
Why World Cup 2026 security is far more complex than a Super Bowl, according to a top security expert
The World Cup will be hosted across 16 different venues this summer, 11 of which host NFL games every fall and winter. One might think not much will change on the security front, but whatever NFL fans see, it will be that on steroids, and for good reason. Forty-eight teams will be vying for the coveted trophy in North America in 104 matches, and just about everything we are used to seeing when attending a sporting event will be thrown out the window.
Giuliani: WC security challenge 'unprecedented'
This summer's World Cup will pose an unprecedented security challenge due to its size and scope, but the nation's law enforcement is "leaning in," Andrew Giuliani, executive director of the White House FIFA World Cup 2026 Task Force, told ESPN in an interview. "This entire country's police force is leaning in," he said. "It is an unbelievable problem set when I think about what local law enforcement is going to have to go over this 40-day stretch.
Jan. 6 rally organizer getting another $1.2 million from taxpayers to promote ‘Trump Accounts’
Jan. 6 rally organizer getting another $1.2 million from taxpayers to promote ‘Trump Accounts’ First in The Independent: A Virginia firm that organized Donald Trump’s January 6, 2021, ‘Stop the Steal’ rally is set to receive a further $1.2 million in taxpayer funds to help promote ‘Trump Accounts’ - Bookmark A Virginia firm that organized and staged Donald Trump’s January 6, 2021, “Stop the Steal” rally, after which a violent mob of MAGA disciples stormed the U.S. Capitol building, is set to...
GOP senators rally around new DHS proposal targeting sanctuary cities: 'Should pay a price'
Republican senators signaled support for imposing consequences on sanctuary cities after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin floated a proposal to pull Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from airports in jurisdictions that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. "I think there should be consequences to cities and states that undercut federal law," Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., told Fox News Digital. "I think they should pay a price for what they do.
Switzerland's Embolo awaiting clearance to travel to US after visa submission
Switzerland's Embolo awaiting clearance to travel to US after visa submission (Fixes typo in headline) By Julien Pretot PARIS, June 3 : Switzerland forward Breel Embolo is still awaiting clearance to travel to the United States after attending an appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Bern on Wednesday to submit a visa application, the Swiss football federation said. Embolo missed the team's departure to California on Tuesday after his ESTA travel authorisation was placed under further review...