US ICE agents to assist with security at Winter Olympics in Italy

The 2026 Milano Cortino Winter Olympics are set to begin on February 6, with the late news of ICE involvement causing shock in Italy. ICE agents from the US will support security operations for the Games, focusing on mitigating risks from criminal organizations. Despite initial denials and attempts to downplay their role, ICE’s presence has sparked debate following recent immigration crackdowns in the US. Their involvement will be limited to monitoring US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the opening ceremony in Milan.

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