Democratic leaders a say White House proposal doesn't make the grade as they demand new restrictions on ICE and threaten a shutdown of the Homeland Security Department.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the controversial government agency known as ICE, will play a “key part” in the 2026 World Cup’s “overall security apparatus,” its acting director said Tuesday. And as his comments spread through soccer circles, via media, they reinforced concerns — but also got misrepresented and misunderstood.

Democratic leaders say a proposal from the White House is “incomplete and insufficient” as they are demanding new restrictions on President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown and threatening a

The heads of three Trump administration agencies have appeared before Congress to discuss immigration policies.

Democratic leaders say they want ICE agents to take off masks, put on body cameras and obtain judicial warrants for more enforcement actions.

The acting ICE director did not confirm whether operations or raids would pause during matches and FIFA-sanctioned events, despite concerns from lawmakers.

Branson Police will have the ability to perform Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents’ duties.

Congressional leaders said Tuesday that a deal was still possible with the White House on Homeland Security Department funding before it expires this weekend.