White House officials preparing for the upcoming World Cup have urged the Department of Homeland Security to reopen. The department previously closed following an attempted assassination of US President Donald Trump, according to Reuters. The request comes as organisers finalise safety protocols for the international football tournament scheduled to begin in June.
Security preparations for the event remain a priority for the federal government. Officials stated that the department's involvement is essential for coordinating logistics and border security across host cities. The United States will co-host the tournament alongside Canada and Mexico, per the Associated Press. Recent security concerns led to temporary closures of several federal agencies earlier this month.
Government representatives are working to ensure all security measures are in place before the first fixtures commence. The tournament organisers continue to liaise with law enforcement to manage the expected influx of international visitors. According to The Guardian, the White House aims to have the department fully operational within the coming weeks to oversee matchday operations and venue protection.
