Trump's Height Questioned After World Cup Appearance

A video from the 2026 FIFA World Cup Finals shows U.S. President Donald Trump appearing significantly shorter than Spain's captain Rodri, who is also listed as six feet three inches tall. The White House-released footage has reignited decades-old speculation about Trump's actual height, which he has consistently claimed is 6'3". Trump appears closer in height to FIFA President Gianni Infantino (5'11"). The article notes that Trump turned 80 last month and that people can shrink with age, citing a recent incident where he appeared shorter than Senator John Thune. The piece suggests Trump may be lying about his height or physically shrinking.

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