USDOT spends $9 million to help LA transportation during World Cup

USDOT has mobilized $9 million to support Los Angeles transportation as the World Cup opens across 16 host cities. Secretary Sean Duffy noted that about 180,000 fans are anticipated to travel to the games, underscoring the need for reliable transit. The effort includes coordination with law enforcement and security partners, with the FBI involved to bolster protections. Duffy praised LA Metro for accelerating fare-evasion crackdowns and enhancing security measures around venues and transit hubs. The World Cup footprint also extends to Seattle, Boston, and San Francisco, among other U.S. sites. Officials emphasize crisis readiness and cross-agency training to ensure safe, efficient fan access.