Trump World Cup

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As the World Cup begins, the world will be watching as fans, players, staff and more head to Trump's US. As the president tries to use football to 'sportswash' his image, we want to turn a spotlight on the reality of visa bans, detentions, ICE violence, racism and authoritarianism.

If you see something, tag us on social media @UKStopTrump or use #FootballAgainstFascism and we can share it.

ICE threats

Amid continued detentions, World Cup watch party highlights Congolese community resilience

The two organizations that hosted the event wanted to bring the community together to remind them of their rights and the resources available to them as President Donald Trump’s administration continues heightened immigration enforcement in Maine and throughout the country.

Last week, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Billy Bassikissa, a Congolese community leader and Cumberland County Jail corrections officer. Cumberland County Sheriff Kevin Joyce said Bassikissa had a work permit that didn’t expire until 2030 and no criminal convictions.

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ICE threats

Minorities at World Cup fear ICE threat and how US immigration is enforced

Fear of ICE threat still concerns fans, including Haitians in Massachusetts

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ICE may be at World Cup matches in US

ICE may be at World Cup matches when the international tournament gets underway, according to Department of Homeland Security officials

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