By Katie Serrano
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will be deployed in cities that are hosting World Cup matches this summer, which include Dallas-Fort Worth.
Todd Lyons, the acting director of ICE, testified before the House Committee on Homeland Security on Tuesday, when he was asked if ICE would commit to pausing operations around the event.
In response, Lyons said that ICE will play a major role in World Cup security.
“ICE, specifically Homeland Security Investigations, is a key part of the overall security apparatus for the World Cup,” Lyons said. “We’re dedicated to securing that operation and to ensuring the safety of all participants and visitors.”
The Homeland Security Investigations arm of ICE primarily deals with transnational criminal investigations, while the Enforcement and Removal Operations arm is responsible for detaining and deporting undocumented immigrants.
