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202. Is Trump Rigging the World Cup?

Explore episode Jul 6, 2026

He's hanging out with Lutnick at the games. He gave Trump the FIFA Peace Prize. I mean, I don't even know what that is, but he gave it to him. And so he's like, okay, you know what? This is a loyalty program, okay?

Anthony Scaramucci

202. Is Trump Rigging the World Cup?

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