Overview
- Town officials said statements touting a deal were "categorically false" and that no acceptable agreement has been reached to cover public‑safety costs.
- Boston Soccer 2026 sent a signed letter pledging to reimburse Foxborough invoices in full within two business days and disclosed $2 million on hand with at least $30 million expected.
- Kraft Sports & Entertainment issued a commitment letter to advance limited expenditures, capped at $1,512,490 with minimum disbursements of $100,000 upon request.
- Foxborough estimates security for the seven matches and 39‑day deployment at about $7.8 million and has threatened to withhold the entertainment license without firmer guarantees.
- FEMA said its grants system is not operational following a DHS funding lapse, and town leaders also rejected a proposed June 1 target for delivering security equipment as too late.