US Democrats Criticise Infantino Over Trump Relationship Inquiry
Gianni Infantino has faced criticism from Democratic members of the United States House Judiciary Committee over his response to an inquiry concerning his relationship with Donald Trump.
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Individual | FIFA president Gianni Infantino |
| Inquiry | US House Judiciary Committee investigation |
| Concern | Infantino’s relationship with Donald Trump |
Committee members said the FIFA president’s co-operation with their investigation had fallen well short of what was required. They described the level of engagement as “woefully inadequate”.
The inquiry is focused on Infantino’s links with Trump, placing FIFA’s president under political scrutiny in the United States as the country prepares to co-host the 2026 World Cup.
