White House Urges DHS Reopening Amid Security Concerns for 2026 World Cup Following Assassination Attempt
The White House is calling for the immediate reopening of the Department of Homeland Security, citing security concerns for the 2026 World Cup in the wake of an assassination attempt on President Trump. The prolonged DHS shutdown has raised alarms among organizers, who stress the need for a fully operational security apparatus to manage the international event.
The incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner has prompted a security review and highlighted the potential vulnerabilities for the upcoming global soccer tournament, which will draw millions of international visitors.