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Mullin threatens to pull customs officers from sanctuary cities days before World Cup

Mullin threatens to pull customs officers from sanctuary cities days before World Cup

Summary

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said he might remove U.S. Customs and Border Patrol officers from airports in sanctuary cities. This decision could affect travelers arriving in the U.S. just before the FIFA World Cup.

Key Facts

  • Markwayne Mullin is the Homeland Security Secretary.
  • He threatened to pull customs officers from airports in sanctuary cities.
  • Sanctuary cities are places that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
  • U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents work at airports to check travelers.
  • This move could disrupt processing of international travelers.
  • The timing is close to the FIFA World Cup, an international soccer event.
  • Lawmakers questioned Mullin about this possible action.
  • The situation could affect many visitors coming to the U.S. for the World Cup.
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