US EditionUS President Donald Trump named first winner of FIFA peace prize
- On Friday at the Kennedy Center, FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize to U.S. President Donald Trump, awarding him a gold trophy and medal.
- FIFA announced the prize in November to recognize individuals who take exceptional actions for peace, following President Trump's public campaign for the Nobel Peace Prize after the Norwegian Nobel Committee passed him over.
- Infantino praised Trump's diplomatic efforts and read FIFA's citation as Trump said, `We saved millions and millions of live` while accepting the honor.
- Human Rights Watch has asked FIFA for the prize's criteria but received no response, while critics noted no nominees and senior officials said the FIFA Council was not consulted.
- Next year's World Cup, beginning June 11, 2026, will keep Trump central to preparations amid plans for 16 cities across North America.
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FIFA gives Trump inaugural peace prize
Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) President Gianni Infantino presented President Donald Trump with the first “FIFA Peace Prize – Football Unites the World,” honoring the U.S. leader for what the organization called his "notable leadership" in advancing global peace.
The World Cup sucks up to Trump, and it sucks
Remember when we learned in 2018 that the United States would host the 2026 World Cup along with Mexico and Canada? Back then, it seemed like an amazing opportunity to be part of an inherently multicultural sporting event that draws the largest crowds possible. Yeah, that feeling is gone now. Now, the World Cup is just another vehicle to curry favor with President Donald Trump by celebrating Donald Trump, and it’s so gross. Friday’s World Cup Dr…
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Trump enjoys World Cup draw spotlight that kicks off anticipation for event U.S. will host with Canada, Mexico
By Hadriana Lowenkron On a day that kicked off excitement for the 2026 World Cup, which will include eight matches locally at SoFi Stadium, President Donald Trump basked in the spectacle and praised the leaders of co-host nations Canada and Mexico. Trump was awarded the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize and had a starring role during the elongated show that eventually led to the draw for the 48 teams that will compete in the event that begins June 11 i…
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