US Denies Entry to World Cup Referee From Somalia for First Time Ever

What was said

"For the first time ever, Omar Artan, who's a referee from Somalia, he arrives at the airport and he's refused entry. Despite having visa, despite having been okayed by FIFA. He's given no reason. He's just told, you're not welcome."

Alastair Campbell revealed that a Somali referee, Omar Artan, credentialed by FIFA to officiate at the World Cup, was refused entry to the United States at the airport despite having proper documentation. The White House liaison for the World Cup, Rudy Giuliani's son, justified the decision citing security threats but provided no specific reason. This represents an unprecedented interference in World Cup operations and raises questions about discriminatory visa enforcement under the Trump administration.