WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump kicked off festivities in the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup, attending the draw for the tournament held Friday in Washington, where he was awarded a newly created peace prize from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, known as FIFA.

What You Need To Know • President Donald Trump kicked off festivities in the U.S. for the 2026 World Cup, attending the draw for the tournament held Friday in Washington, where he was awarded a newly created peace prize from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, known as FIFA • The more than two-hour event held at the Kennedy Center – the cultural institution in Washington that Trump took over and made himself chairman of shortly after retaking office – featured remarks from FIFA President

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