France national team uses ICE deportation planes for World Cup travel

The French national soccer team has faced criticism for chartering flights with Global Crossing Airlines, a company also contracted by the U.S. government for mass deportation flights. The report highlights the ethical tension between the team's public stance on social issues and their logistical choices.
Kylian Mbappé #10 celebrates with teammates after scoring the second goal during France and Senegal match on 16 June 2026 in New Jersey. Kylian Mbappé #10 celebrates with teammates after scoring the second goal during France and Senegal match on 16 June 2026 in New Jersey. Trump administration France national team uses ICE deportation planes for World Cup travel The plane that French team used after match with Paraguay flew 44 deportation-related flights this year alone
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