Funding Challenges Impact World Cup Security Planning
The Department of Homeland Security is facing funding issues due to a government shutdown. This has affected preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (sources: senate, reuters, politico)
The government shutdown has hindered security planning for the upcoming World Cup, according to a homeland security official. DHS Appropriations Subcommittee Chair Katie Britt emphasized the need for full funding to support these efforts.
- The government shutdown has slowed security planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Katie Britt, chair of the DHS Appropriations Subcommittee, led a hearing addressing funding needs.
- Officials indicated that the lack of funding is disrupting planning efforts.
Why it matters
Effective security planning is crucial for the successful hosting of the World Cup.
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3 bills on this issue are moving right now — and the most active one is Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026.
HR7147 · 119th Congress
Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026
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This story is about DHS facing funding shortfalls that affected preparations for the 2026 World Cup and related security planning. This bill would provide DHS a full-year fiscal 2026 budget and set spending rules that fund DHS agencies and grant programs tied to security and funding for events.
If passed, it would:
- Provides DHS full-year FY2026 budget for agencies like TSA, Secret Service, CISA • Funds grants for port, transit, and nonprofit security and limits some fund transfers.
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This story is about shortfalls in funding that have affected security preparations for the 2026 World Cup and broader event security. The bill would expand federal counter-UAS authorities, require FAA detection systems at key airports, and allow DHS to test mitigation tools to enhance security against drone threats.
If passed, it would
- Authorizes expanded counter-drone powers and mitigation testing by DHS • Directs FAA to deploy detection systems at key airports and sets training standards.
This story is about how DHS funding and preparedness gaps have affected security planning for the 2026 World Cup and event preparations. This bill would give DHS statutory authority to assess and provide security and situational awareness support for pre-planned special events, improving event security coordination.
If passed, it would
- Creates a formal DHS process to assess and support pre-planned special events security • Requires risk-based assessments and an expedited request process for event support.
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