2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina D'Ampezzo Face Security Concerns Amidst Anticipation
The 2026 Winter Olympics, set to begin on February 4 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy, are generating excitement, but security concerns have emerged as a major talking point. With less than a week until the opening ceremony, reports of the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Games have sparked public outcry, overshadowing the athletic competitions themselves, according to Wired.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed that ICE would be part of the U.S. delegation, working with the State Department to "vet and mitigate risks," according to Tricia McLaughlin, DHS assistant secretary for public affairs, as reported by Wired. This announcement has prompted responses from the Italian government, the city of Milan, embassies, and consulates, all attempting to address the concerns raised.
Despite the security concerns, anticipation for the Games remains high. The opening ceremony is scheduled for February 6 at 2:00 pm ET and will feature performances by Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli, according to Wired. The Games will include 116 medal events across 16 sports.
The 2026 Winter Olympics mark the third time Italy has hosted the winter competition, following the 1956 Cortina d'Ampezzo Games and the 2006 Turin Games, Wired reported. Rome also hosted the Summer Olympics in 1960. The closing ceremony is scheduled for February 22 at 2:30 pm ET.
NBC will provide exclusive U.S. television coverage of the Games, offering viewing options through cable or satellite TV, according to Wired.
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