On Monday, April 13, 2026, Governor Mike Kehoe will host Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey in the Governor's Office for a roundtable discussion with state and local public safety leaders on security preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
The discussion will include state public safety officials with the Missouri Department of Public Safety, the Missouri State Highway Patrol, and the Missouri National Guard, as well as local leaders with the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) and KC2026.
A press conference will follow, including remarks from Governor Mike Kehoe, FBI Co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey, KCPD Chief Stacey Graves, and KC2026 CEO Pam Kramer.
The press conference is open to members of the media and invited guests only. The press conference will be livestreamed on Governor Kehoe's Facebook and X pages.
Monday, April 13, 2026
Federal, state, and local officials to give update on security preparations FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches and FIFA Fan Festival™ in Kansas City
When: 2:40 p.m.
Where: Missouri State Capitol - Governor's Office (Room 216)
Media: Open - RSVP required, Communications@governor.mo.gov. Please arrive at 2:30 p.m. for setup. A mult box will be provided.
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