Overview
- Rodney Barreto, co-chair of Miami’s host committee, said Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured him ICE agents will not be stationed at Miami World Cup stadiums.
- Barreto also said federal authorities pledged to speed passport and visa processing so players, staff, and fans are not held up on arrival.
- The U.S. government has approved a $625 million grant to support security at the 11 American host cities, including help covering local police costs.
- Concerns persist after an ICE acting director earlier described the agency as a key part of tournament security, and the ACLU led a travel advisory urging visitors to use caution.
- FIFA has reportedly considered seeking a temporary pause on ICE raids during the tournament to avoid disruptions, underscoring ongoing unease about enforcement actions.