Italians Protest USA Agents Before Winter Olympics Following Shootings

Hundreds of people protested in Milan after the USA announced that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents would provide security during the 2026 Winter Olympics.The demonstrations followed a fatal shooting by federal agents in Minnesota, leading Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala and Italian political groups to demand the removal of the USA personnel.While J. D. Vance and Marco Rubio prepare to lead the delegation, Italian officials are meeting to limit the role of the foreign agents before the February 6 opening ceremony.