Italian Backlash Over U.S. ICE Presence at Milan Winter Olympics
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Italy is voicing anger over reports that U.S. ICE agents will assist security operations at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, with DHS saying they will provide a security role while Italian authorities retain control. Italian leaders, including Foreign Minister Tajani and Milan Mayor Sala, are pushing to limit or block the agency’s presence, stressing ICE won’t operate on Italian streets. Former prime minister Conte and other lawmakers joined the criticism amid concerns tied to U.S. immigration crackdowns and recent Minneapolis shootings.
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