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Out of bounds: Trump’s immigration games are spoiling the 2026 World Cup
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Out of bounds: Trump’s immigration games are spoiling the 2026 World Cup

The Hill · Jun 12, 2026, 1:00 PM · Also reported by 3 other sources

Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.

The United States bid for this tournament on the promise of open, world-class hosting. It signed host agreements with FIFA that carry obligations. Those obligations are now being selectively applied based on the nationality and religion of the people involved.

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