Amid prospect of ICE at World Cup games, vendors weigh livelihoods against safety
As the World Cup approaches, vendors in Southern California are concerned about the potential presence of ICE agents at the games. Many Latino vendors are weighing the risks to their safety against the opportunity for significant earnings during the event. The Department of Homeland Security has indicated that while ICE may be present for security, they will not be checking the immigration status of attendees or workers.
- ▪Vendors are worried about ICE's potential presence during the World Cup games.
- ▪Some workers at SoFi Stadium are threatening to strike if ICE is present, citing safety concerns.
- ▪The Department of Homeland Security has offered ICE personnel for security but stated they won't check immigration status.
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World CupAmid prospect of ICE at World Cup games, vendors weigh livelihoods against safetyDHS officials say ICE officers may be at matches. Vendors planning to sell in and around SoFi Stadium say it’s a gamble between their safety and a potentially lucrative payday.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Henrry Josue, a 23-year-old vendor, sells hot dogs outside a Charlie Puth concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Calif., on April 29.Damon Casarez for NBC NewsShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 18, 2026, 11:00 AM EDTBy Marlene LenthangLOS ANGELES — With the World Cup fast approaching, Southern California is bracing for a wave of international fans and elite soccer stars.
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