The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported arresting 905 suspects and rescuing 180 victims of human trafficking during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Operations included a July 24 raid in Dallas targeting an adult bookstore that operated as a brothel for over 20 years, resulting in 8 federal arrests and convictions for sex trafficking. A June 23 operation in San Francisco, partnered with FBI and local police, rescued two minor victims, one missing since November 2025. Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis noted the arrests as part of broader efforts to dismantle trafficking networks. Additional DHS achievements during the event included seizing 700 unauthorized drones, inspecting 19,000 vehicles, and recovering $33 million in counterfeit merchandise. The actions underscore DHS’s role in safeguarding events and combating transnational crime.
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