US Representative Jamie Raskin has initiated an investigation into FIFA President Gianni Infantino, seeking documentation on the organization’s interactions with former President Donald Trump, his administration, and related businesses. This inquiry aims to uncover any communications, gifts, payments, benefits, and visitor logs associated with FIFA’s presence in Trump Tower.
Raskin’s investigation also includes a request for Infantino to participate in a transcribed interview. The focus is on issues of transparency, governance, and the potential for political influence within FIFA. Concerns have been raised about the organization’s conduct and its connections to the Trump administration, particularly during the recent FIFA World Cup.
Additionally, the inquiry scrutinizes FIFA’s ticketing practices for the World Cup, specifically the application of dynamic pricing strategies. These practices have been a point of contention, adding to the criticism of FIFA’s relationship with the former US administration.
As of now, FIFA has not issued an official response to the investigation, leaving questions about the extent of its interactions with Trump’s administration and how these might have influenced FIFA’s operations and decisions.