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The Mary Sue
Terrina Jairaj

A Save the World Cup bill just hit the floor after Democrats accused the ICE chief of planning a terror campaign that could ruin the entire tournament

A brand new “Save the World Cup” bill just hit the floor in Congress, aiming to put a firm stop to any potential immigration enforcement raids near FIFA World Cup matches and fan festivals in the United States this summer. New Jersey Congresswoman Nellie Pou, a Democrat, introduced this legislation on Thursday, looking to block Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations within a mile of any US host city venue.

Congresswoman Pou isn’t messing around; she wants to make sure visitors feel safe and that ICE operations don’t cast a scary shadow over the events, according to The Guardian. The World Cup’s first US match kicks off on June 12, and she’s clearly concerned about the vibe leading up to it. 

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