Summary
A union of about 2,000 hospitality workers at SoFi Stadium is threatening to strike due to concerns about U.S. immigration enforcement involvement in World Cup events in Los Angeles. The union is calling for a commitment from FIFA and stadium owners to keep federal immigration agencies away from tournament operations. This issue arises as there are discussions and legislative efforts to limit immigration enforcement near World Cup venues.
Key Facts
- The union, UNITE HERE Local 11, represents cooks, servers, and bartenders at SoFi Stadium.
- They are worried about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) involvement at World Cup matches in Los Angeles.
- The union is without a labor contract as World Cup preparations continue.
- Los Angeles will host eight World Cup games, starting with a match on June 12.
- The union has asked FIFA and stadium owners to promise not to involve immigration enforcement in tournament operations.
- House Democrats introduced bills to limit ICE's role during the World Cup events.
- The Save the World Cup Act seeks to limit immigration enforcement actions in areas around World Cup venues.
- The U.S. will host matches in several cities, including Los Angeles and New York/New Jersey.
