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April 15, 2026
DHS shutdown hampers World Cup preparations
- The DHS shutdown has slowed federal coordination for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to Christopher Tomney, DHS director.
- Hundreds of Transportation Security Officers have quit due to the funding lapse, impacting airport security efforts.
- Senators expressed concerns that President Trump's rhetoric could deter international fans, affecting tourism and local economies.
2 Sources
- DHS shutdown disrupts World Cup planning, officials tell senatorsApr 15, 2026 at 7:44 PM · Politico
- US government shutdown has slowed World Cup security planning, homeland security official saysApr 15, 2026 at 7:55 PM · Reuters