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Abbott Warns $150M Loss Threatens Texas 2026 World Cup Safety

4/23/2026

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Abbott Warns Funding

The funding threat jeopardizes Texas's preparation for the 2026 World Cup.
Greg Abbott warned Texas cities could lose $150 million in funds if do not revise Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Wednesday.
Council warned police acting as immigration agents erodes community trust and delays emergency response.
Officials said the funding squeeze threatens safety for residents and the 4 million World Cup visitors.

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Abbott Sues Houston

Governor Greg Abbott warned illegal immigrants “roam the streets” and tied Houston’s sanctuary policy to violent crimes.
Texas Attorney General sued Mayor John Whitmire and Houston City Council over the sanctuary ordinance limiting ICE cooperation.
Abbott said Houston must repay $110 million or face withheld state sales-tax revenue.
Mayor John Whitmire called it a crisis for police, fire services and 2026 World Cup.

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Abbott Warns Funding

The funding threat jeopardizes Texas's preparation for the 2026 World Cup.
Greg Abbott warned Texas cities could lose $150 million in funds if do not revise Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Wednesday.
Council warned police acting as immigration agents erodes community trust and delays emergency response.
Officials said the funding squeeze threatens safety for residents and the 4 million World Cup visitors.

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