Swalwell Leverages Soccer Past to Counter Immigration Enforcement at World Cup Games
Rep. Eric Swalwell introduced a package of bills to prevent immigration enforcement at World Cup sites, citing his collegiate soccer career as part of his effort to build credibility on the issue. The proposals aim to curb DHS sweeps in areas surrounding major sporting events.
US Representative Eric Swalwell has introduced a package of bills aimed at preventing immigration enforcement actions near World Cup sites in June, highlighting his own athletic credentials as a former collegiate soccer player to build support for the measures. The legislation seeks to protect World Cup tournament workers and visitors from raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Swalwell's efforts come ahead of the June 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is set to bring thousands of international visitors to the United States. The bills are part of a broader push to limit ICE activity in public areas.
