‘We want fans to know the risks’: US immigrant rights groups mobilize across World Cup host cities amid ICE fears
More than 120 groups issued warning to 10 million visitors about ‘serious rights violations’ under Trump
TL;DR
- Immigrant rights advocates in 11 US World Cup host cities are mobilizing to protect fans and residents from immigration enforcement.
- Groups are distributing resources, including whistle kits and legal consultation information, and issuing travel warnings about potential "serious rights violations."
- Activists are establishing rapid response networks, bolstering legal aid, and training legal observers to document ICE presence.
- Some cities have announced they will not cooperate with ICE, and lawmakers have proposed bills to limit ICE activity near matches.
- Organizations are also creating "safe zones" in businesses and providing training on rights and crisis communication for service workers.
- The "No ICE in the Cup" campaign aims to organize ICE-free watch parties and youth soccer tournaments.