Trump Administration Considers Halting International Flights to Sanctuary Cities, Impacting Seattle's World Cup Preparations
The Trump administration is reportedly considering a proposal to withdraw U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in sanctuary cities, including Seattle. This move could disrupt international travel at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, especially as the city prepares to host six FIFA World Cup matches next month. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin indicated that the administration is contemplating stopping customs and immigration processing at airports in cities that do not cooperate with federal immigration enforcement efforts. Seattle, identified as a sanctuary jurisdiction by the Justice Department, could face significant operational disruptions if the proposal is enacted. The U.S. Travel Association and Airlines for America have expressed concerns, warning that such actions would have devastating consequences for the travel industry and communities reliant on international visitation. 
