Summary
A British grandmother, Karen Newton, is advising people to reconsider visiting the U.S. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to her unexpected six-week detention by U.S. immigration authorities. Despite having proper travel documents, she was detained after her husband's visa problems during their trip. She expressed concerns about the risks visitors might face during their time in the U.S.
Key Facts
- Karen Newton, a 65-year-old British woman, was detained in the U.S. for six weeks.
- She was on vacation with her husband and ran into issues at the U.S.-Canada border.
- Her husband's visa had expired, which led to both of them being detained.
- Karen and her husband were held despite having no criminal records.
- She described the detention center conditions as harsh and similar to a prison.
- Karen was released on November 6 and now warns about possible risks at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the U.S.
- U.S. immigration enforcement practices have faced criticism for aggressive tactics.
- Millions of international visitors are expected for the World Cup in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
