US House Democrat requests FIFA President Infantino testify over Trump ties

Published Jul 27, 04:00 PM UTC

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, has sent a letter to FIFA President Gianni Infantino requesting he appear for a transcribed interview and produce all records of contacts with President Donald Trump, his administration, and the Trump Organization. The request follows years of close ties between Infantino and Trump, including Infantino awarding Trump a newly created FIFA Peace Prize, leasing office space in Trump Tower, and moving the World Cup draw to a Trump-controlled venue. The relationship drew global controversy during the 2026 World Cup when Trump personally intervened to request a review of U.S. player Folarin Balogun's suspension, which FIFA later overturned. While Democrats lack the power to compel Infantino's appearance as the House minority, the move signals potential future scrutiny if Democrats regain control in the November midterms. The White House defended the relationship, calling the World Cup a historic success.