US government shutdown has slowed World Cup security planning, homeland security official says - Reuters

"We just can’t replace that expertise overnight."

— Christopher Tomney , Executive

"I would assume that not having those funds available does negatively impact."

— Katie Britt , Politician

"With all that being said though, let me assure this committee and the members of the public, we will have a safe, we will have a secure, it will be an enjoyable tournament."

— Christopher Tomney , Executive

"We are facing a potential perfect storm of severe staffing shortages and an influx of millions of passengers at our airports for the World Cup games in less than 80 days."

— Ha Nguyen McNeill , Executive

"These agents cannot do TSA’s job, nor should they, and they aren’t trained to do it."

— Bennie Thompson , Politician

"ICE needs to act like every other law enforcement agency, with warrants, with badge numbers, with standards of conduct."

— Seth Magaziner , Politician

"Democrats presented a 'reasonable, good faith' counteroffer on Wednesday."

— Chuck Schumer , Politician

"They’re asking for things that have already been turned down. So it just seems like they’re going in circles."

— John Thune , Politician

""It's really a non-factor for us. We've got to plan and keep everyone safe from a public safety perspective, so we're full steam ahead.""

— Mark Villarreal , Executive

""As safety and security remains our top priority, we continue to be in alignment with the White House Task Force on the security and operational planning.""

— Monica Paul , Executive

""The Arlington Police Department continues to move forward with operational planning for the matches that will occur in Arlington and we are committed to providing a safe, fun experience for soccer fans this summer.""

— Tim Ciesco , Executive

"With only roughly four months to go, these cities still report they have not received this funding. This is completely unacceptable this close to kickoff."

— Nellie Pou , Politician

"We are quickly approaching [our deadline]."

— Raymond Martinez , Executive

"That is correct."

— Raymond Martinez , Executive