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White House wants Department of Homeland Security reopen for World Cup

BBC News · Apr 28, 2026, 9:55 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • The White House are reviewing US President Donald Trump's security in the wake of Saturday's shooting
  • A dispute over funding between members of Congress has led to a long-running partial shutdown of the department.
  • He did not enter a plea when appearing in court on Monday.

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The White House are reviewing US President Donald Trump's security in the wake of Saturday's shooting

Sports editor Published14 minutes ago White House officials preparing for this summer's World Cup say reopening of the Department of Homeland Security is "essential" after a man was charged with attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump at a gala event in Washington DC.

A dispute over funding between members of Congress has led to a long-running partial shutdown of the department.

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