Markwayne Mullin Accuses Democrats Putting DHS Security Preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup "in Jeopardy"

Fuente: International Business Times

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said Saturday that Homeland Security's preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup were put "in jeopardy" by a 76-day federal funding lapse, warning that officials have not been able to prepare "as proactive[ly]" as needed ahead of next month's opening matches. Speaking during a press conference in Kansas City alongside Rep. Mark Alford, Mullin said the department could still "deliver" security for the tournament but acknowledged that the delay had disrupted planning for one of the largest sporting events ever hosted in the United States.