U.S. travel system under pressure ahead of 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics
A new report warns that outdated infrastructure, long visa wait times, and airport inefficiencies could create major travel chaos as the U.S. prepares for a wave of international visitors.

[FILES] Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in El Segundo, California. Planes lined up at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the key hubs expected to see record-breaking travel demand ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympics. A new report warns that outdated infrastructure, long visa wait times, and security bottlenecks could overwhelm the U.S. travel system. (AFP)
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