The acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement told House lawmakers that ICE agents will be deployed in American cities hosting World Cup matches this summer, including Dallas.
Testifying before the House Homeland Security Committee, the acting ICE director said Homeland Security Investigations will be part of the broader federal security presence supporting the tournament. The United States is co-hosting the World Cup with Canada and Mexico, with the majority of matches scheduled to be played on U.S. soil.
Dallas is among the host cities selected for matches, along with several other major metropolitan areas across the country. Federal officials say large-scale international events typically involve layered security plans that include coordination among local law enforcement, state agencies and federal partners.
ICE officials told lawmakers their role will focus on security support and investigative coordination tied to potential threats. No specific enforcement operations were detailed during the hearing.
Local leaders in North Texas have previously outlined extensive planning efforts related to transportation, crowd control and emergency response ahead of the tournament. There have been no reported incidents tied to the World Cup in Dallas, and no injuries or threats were announced during the congressional hearing.
Federal agencies regularly coordinate during major sporting events, including the Super Bowl and other international competitions. The Department of Homeland Security oversees multi-agency security operations during events designated as nationally significant.
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