EU lawmakers want Gianni Infantino investigated over Trump contact
European lawmakers seek investigation into FIFA president Gianni Infantino over alleged lobbying by former US President Trump
Coverage (6)
- FIFA's Infantino targeted by complaint to Olympic ethics body after Trump lobbying on Balogun ban PBS · 20d ago
- Rosie O'Donnell bashes Trump's presidency as an 'abomination' USA Today · 20d ago
- White House’s World Cup head defends Trump lobbying Fifa over red card The Guardian · 20d ago
- Rosie O'Donnell fumes over Trump's involvement with FIFA after US star's red card: 'It's sickening' Fox News · 20d ago
- FIFA boss faces calls for investigation over Trump contact in red card reversal FOX 13 Tampa Bay · 20d ago
- European lawmakers call for investigation into FIFA, Gianni Infantino over ‘political neutrality’ The New York Times · 20d ago
The brief
European Union lawmakers have called for an investigation into FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The calls follow reports that former US President Trump lobbied Infantino to overturn a red card given to a US player during the World Cup.
Coverage from PBS, The Guardian, and The New York Times emphasizes the potential political interference in FIFA's decisions. Coverage does not yet specify the details of the complaint filed with the Olympic ethics body.
The next steps involve the Olympic ethics body's response to the complaint. Coverage does not yet specify the timeline or process for the investigation.
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Quick answers
Who is calling for an investigation into Gianni Infantino?
European Union lawmakers.
What is the basis for the investigation?
Allegations of lobbying by former US President Trump to overturn a red card given to a US player during the World Cup.
Which bodies are involved in the investigation?
The Olympic ethics body has received a complaint. Coverage does not yet specify the details of the complaint or the investigation process.
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