Overview
- DHS classified the June 13–14 Fan Fest and South Lawn card as SEAR Level 1, the department’s highest special‑event rating.
- The status places the events in the same tier as the Super Bowl with multi‑agency support that includes aerial patrols, no‑drone restrictions, explosive‑detection dogs, cyber checks, and screening.
- DHS will install a Federal Coordination Team to work with D.C. authorities and manage federal support through planning and execution.
- Specific agency roles and on‑the‑ground plans remain in development with final assignments expected in the coming weeks.
- Seating on the South Lawn will be limited to invited guests, while big screens on the Ellipse could draw about 90,000 viewers, driving extensive crowd and transport planning.