"Kurt Petersen, co-president of Unite Here Local 11, outlined a slew of union demands in a letter addressed to FIFA president Gianni Infantino and Stan Kroenke, calling for fair working practices and a public statement against ICE's presence at the games."
"Petersen characterized Airbnb as a factor contributing to the city's shortage of affordable housing and requested FIFA to cut ties with the company and contribute to a housing fund for hospitality workers."
"In February, New Jersey congresswoman Nellie Pou asked ICE's acting director if the agency would pause enforcement operations at this year's tournament amid controversy after immigration officers shot and killed two American citizens."
A hospitality union representing 2,000 workers at SoFi Stadium has threatened to strike during the World Cup if their concerns about working conditions and ICE presence are not addressed. Union co-president Kurt Petersen outlined demands for fair working practices and a public statement from FIFA against ICE involvement. Petersen also criticized Airbnb for contributing to affordable housing shortages and requested FIFA to sever ties with the company. The World Cup is expected to draw significant attention to Los Angeles, highlighting the contrast between the event's image and workers' realities.
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