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The Beautiful Game Meets Border Security: FIFA World Cup 2026

The Beautiful Game Meets Border Security: FIFA World Cup 2026

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Can America's immigration system handle the 2026 FIFA World Cup? With 3 million daily travelers expected and visa wait times stretching hundreds of days in key countries, we're facing unprecedented challenges.

Ryan Propis from the US Travel Association joins us to discuss what needs to happen now - from expanding visa waiver programs to deploying AI-powered screening technology. This isn't just about soccer; it's about America's ability to welcome the world while maintaining security. This is our first episode in an ongoing series, looking forward to the FIFA World Cup 2026.

GUEST: Ryan Propis, VP of Security and Facilitation, US Travel

HOST: Lauren Clarke

NEWS NERD: Rob Taylor

PRODUCER: Adam Belmar

Resource Links:

  • Commission on Seamless and Secure Travel Report
  • FIFA World Cup 26: Host countries, cities, dates, teams, tickets, qualifying and more

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