Sun May 11 15:40:00 UTC 2025: ## VP Vance’s World Cup Deportation Joke Sparks Outrage
**Washington D.C.** – Vice President JD Vance’s joke about deporting visitors after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the US, has ignited a firestorm of criticism. During a White House conference, Vance stated that while visitors from nearly 100 countries are welcome to attend the event, “when the time is up, they’ll have to go home. Otherwise, they’ll have to talk to Secretary Noem,” referring to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
The comment, delivered with laughter, is being interpreted by many not as humor, but as a thinly veiled threat, particularly given the Trump administration’s record on immigration. Social media is ablaze with condemnation, with users warning against attending the event, citing fears of deportation, especially for people of color. The $17.2 billion GDP boost and 6.5 million attendees projected for the US from the World Cup are now overshadowed by concerns that the event could be marred by this controversial remark. Critics argue Vance’s joke is not only insensitive but also potentially damaging to the global event’s image and success. The incident has raised questions about the suitability of hosting such a large-scale international event under the current administration’s policies.
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