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Back to EpisodesDHS Grants $51M for World Cup Security in Dallas
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The Dallas Host Committee receives a hefty $51 million from DHS for World Cup security, with $22 million going directly to the Dallas Police Department. This funding will primarily cover officer salaries and overtime. Dallas will host various World Cup events, including the International Broadcast Center at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and the FIFA Fan Fest at Fair Park. Police Chief Daniel Comeaux plans to use $1.3 million on gear like surveillance cameras and anti-ramming barricades. A separate $10 million grant targets drone threats with new tech. Dallas leaders are preparing to manage crowds and risks effectively.
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