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Homeland security chief reacts after Somalian referee was denied U.S. entry for World Cup

Homeland security chief reacts after Somalian referee was denied U.S. entry for World Cup

Summary

The U.S. refused entry to Somalian referee Omar Arta, who was supposed to work at the FIFA World Cup. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin responded to criticism about this decision.

Key Facts

  • Omar Arta is a soccer referee from Somalia.
  • He was denied entry to the United States and could not participate in the FIFA World Cup.
  • The incident caused public backlash or criticism.
  • Markwayne Mullin is the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security.
  • Mullin made a public reaction to the refusal of entry.
  • The situation was covered by CBS News and reported by Camilo Montoya-Galvez.
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