Miami host committee assured ICE will not be at World Cup games
Summary
ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) will not be present at the World Cup matches in Miami, according to the Miami host committee. The committee received confirmation from Secretary of State Marco Rubio that ICE will avoid the stadiums to ensure a smooth and safe event focused on sports.Key Facts
- ICE will not conduct immigration enforcement at World Cup stadiums in Miami.
- Rodney Barreto, co-chair of the Miami host committee, said this on Thursday.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassured the committee about ICE’s absence from the games.
- President Donald Trump supports sports events and has provided resources to help with police protection.
- The federal government will manage passport processing and entrance logistics for the World Cup.
- ICE has increased immigration raids since President Trump began his current term in 2024.
- Miami’s World Cup planning takes into account past crowd control issues from the 2024 Copa America game at Hard Rock Stadium.
- The Miami committee aims to improve safety by preventing unauthorized people from entering stadium areas.
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