Civil Rights Groups to World Cup Travelers: Trump Policies Pose ‘Serious Risks’

More than 120 organizations are backing a travel advisory warning World Cup visitors to “exercise caution” when traveling to the United States under the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. 

The advisory, released Thursday, says there are “serious risks” to travelers visiting one of the 11 U.S. host cities for the summer tournament, particularly to immigrants, minority groups, and members of the LGBTQ community.  

The advisory outlines six potential risks to fans, players, journalists, and other visitors: 

Arbitrary denial of entry and risk of arrest, detention, or deportation

Expanded restrictions and limitations on entry  

Invasive social media screening and searches of electronic devices

Violent and unconstitutional immigration enforcement, including racial profilin