SoFi Stadium workers urge FIFA to bar ICE from World Cup, threaten strike - Reuters

SoFi Stadium workers are urging FIFA to prohibit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from operating within or around World Cup venues, threatening a strike if their demands are not met. This action by the workers, who are represented by various labor organizations, aims to protect undocumented individuals attending or working at the 2026 World Cup matches. The workers fear that ICE presence could lead to arrests and deportations, creating an unsafe environment for many attendees and staff. Their potential strike could disrupt operations for the major international event, which is scheduled to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This pressure from labor groups highlights ongoing concerns about immigration enforcement policies impacting large public events.