"McCaul and Crane called for immediate interagency action to secure the airspace over the 11 US cities hosting World Cup matches this year. They emphasized that potential personnel shortages and complex jurisdictional divides risk creating a fragmented environment."
"With its rapid deployability, nationwide scalability, and extensive experience responding to domestic emergencies, the National Guard is uniquely positioned to assist federal and state authorities with C-UAS mitigation and unified coordination for World Cup security."
"The call to deputize troops to respond to drone threats came a day before a gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, raising new security concerns about this year's World Cup games."
"President Trump is focused on ensuring that this is not only an incredible experience for all fans and visitors, but also the safest and most secure in history, according to White House spokesman Davis Ingle."
Two Republican Congressmen are urging the Trump administration to empower the National Guard to secure airspace over 11 US cities hosting World Cup 2026 matches. They emphasize the need for a unified federal security posture due to potential personnel shortages and jurisdictional issues. The National Guard is seen as well-equipped to assist with counter-drone measures and coordination. This call for action follows a recent shooting incident, raising security concerns for the upcoming games, although the White House assures that the matches will be safe.
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