The administration of President Donald Trump plans to invest $500 million in security measures against drones during the 2026 World Cup and other major events held in the United States.
The plan, confirmed by Andrew Giuliani, director of the White House task force for the tournament, includes the creation of integrated strategies between federal and local authorities to prevent threats involving unmanned aerial vehicles.
In addition to the World Cup, which will be co-hosted with Canada and Mexico, the investment will also cover the security of the U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Part of the funds will be allocated to protect the 104 matches of the tournament on U.S. soil, with each state receiving a minimum amount, even those not hosting games.
The funds, coming from the One Big Beautiful Bill passed in July, will be managed by the Department of Homeland Security. This initiative reflects the growing concern of the government over the use of drones at major events and reignites the debate over which security agencies should have the authority to intercept these aircraft, currently limited to federal agencies.
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