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- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an emergency order blocking events requiring permits in parks during the FIFA World Cup, June 11–July 19, 2026.
- The New York Police Department requested the order to conserve resources for the World Cup and the 250th anniversary.
- Demonstrations are exempt.
- Events with 20 or more attendees may be affected.
- About 1.2 million World Cup visitors are expected, with crowds for the anniversary.
