Activists Protest ICE Presence at Miami World Cup Games

Activist Concerns Over ICE at World Cup

• ⚽ Activists gathered outside FIFA headquarters to voice concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers potentially being present at the 2026 World Cup games in Miami.
• 🗣️ They have been requesting a meeting with FIFA to discuss these issues but have not yet received a response.

Demands for FIFA and ICE

• 🚫 Activists are calling on FIFA to keep federal agents out of the World Cup matches in Miami and to block ICE from conducting immigration enforcement during the games.
• 🏛️ They argue that private events like these should not involve immigration enforcement without a specific warrant, citing constitutional protections.

Origin of Concerns

• 🎤 Questions about ICE presence intensified after the NFL announced Bad Bunny would headline the Super Bowl halftime show, with the artist citing concerns over potential ICE activity.
• 🇺🇸 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has stated they will be present at both the Super Bowl and the World Cup, emphasizing their commitment to safety and that international visitors legally in the US have nothing to fear.
• ⚖️ DHS clarified that immigration enforcement targets individuals who are illegally in the US.

Potential Consequences

• 📉 Activists warn that if ICE is present, FIFA could suffer consequences, with many people potentially avoiding games in the United States and opting for matches in Canada or Mexico instead.
• 🤝 A spokesperson for FIFA's host committee in Miami confirmed receipt of the activists' request but has not yet responded.