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FIFA Peace Prize Controversy: Trump Award Under Scrutiny

12/12/2025

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FIFA has not rescinded the FIFA Peace Prize awarded to U.S. President Donald Trump.
An internal investigation found FIFA President Gianni Infantino approved the award without board consent, suggesting procedural violations.
A human rights group has requested an ethics investigation into the award process.
U.S. prosecutors moved to dismiss bribery charges against Hernan Lopez, a former Fox executive, shortly after Trump's award, prompting speculation of a connection.

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FIFA has not rescinded the FIFA Peace Prize awarded to U.S. President Donald Trump.
An internal investigation found FIFA President Gianni Infantino approved the award without board consent, suggesting procedural violations.
A human rights group has requested an ethics investigation into the award process.
U.S. prosecutors moved to dismiss bribery charges against Hernan Lopez, a former Fox executive, shortly after Trump's award, prompting speculation of a connection.