Summary
A union for around 2,000 food service workers at Los Angeles Stadium is asking FIFA to keep ICE away from World Cup events in the city and has warned it might strike if its issues are not addressed. The workers want FIFA to ensure ICE does not get involved, improve job protections, and support affordable housing for hospitality workers.
Key Facts
- The union involved is Unite Here Local 11, which represents cooks, servers, and bartenders.
- The union is concerned about the lack of a labor contract as the World Cup nears.
- Their demands include keeping ICE out of World Cup operations, job protections, and affordable housing support.
- ICE's acting director has stated that ICE plans to be involved in World Cup security.
- The union argues ICE's involvement poses safety concerns for workers and guests.
- They want guarantees that automation and AI will not replace union jobs.
- The union also wants actions to address housing issues in the area, including affordable housing support.
- Los Angeles will host eight World Cup matches at the rebranded Los Angeles Stadium, with the first match on June 12 featuring the US against Paraguay.
