Senator wants Trump travel policies eased before 2026 World Cup

espn.comPublished: 4/26/2025

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Open Extended ReactionsSen. Ron Wyden of Oregon has asked top Trump administration officials to reconsider policies that are impacting travelers arriving in the United States, citing upcoming sporting events like the 2026 World Cup. Several countries have updated travel guidelines for their citizens planning on visiting the United States. In addition to the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, Wyden also pointed to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The United States also will host the Club World Cup this summer in 11 cities across the country. Zambia's national team did not call up four women playing in the United States for games in China out of similar concerns.