"Seattle's World Cup Bid Marred by Controversy: Mayor's Handling of Homeless Crisis Raises Questions. In a shocking turn of events, Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson faced criticism after allegedly relocating thousands of homeless individuals, many of whom are struggling with addiction, away from the Lumen Field football stadium and downtown hotels ahead of a high-profile World Cup event. The sudden mass relocation has sparked outrage among advocates for the homeless, who argue that the city's most vulnerable residents are being pushed to the margins in the name of presenting a polished image to international visitors. As the city prepares to put its best foot forward for the World Cup, concerns are growing about the true cost of Seattle's bid for global attention."
Mayor Katie Wilson herded thousands of drug addicts away from the Lumen Field football stadium and downtown’s hotels — then bragged Seattle was ready for its World Cup close-up.
