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Trump Shares Edited World Cup Trophy Ceremony Omitting Awkward Moment

President Trump releases an edited World Cup trophy ceremony video removing the moment FIFA President Gianni Infantino appeared to usher him off stage.

Editorial Desk

July 22, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump has shared a newly edited version of the World Cup trophy ceremony, omitting the moment when FIFA President Gianni Infantino appeared to usher him off the stage as the Spanish team celebrated their victory.

The original footage, which circulated widely on social media, showed Infantino seemingly guiding Trump away from the stage during the celebration. In the edited version shared by Trump, this particular moment has been cut.

The decision to edit the video comes amid ongoing scrutiny of Trump’s interactions at international events. The original unedited footage has been analyzed by various media outlets, sparking discussions about protocol and diplomatic etiquette.

Trump’s action follows a pattern of selectively sharing footage to portray specific narratives. This instance, however, has drawn particular attention due to the high-profile nature of the event and the involvement of a prominent international figure like Infantino.

The FIFA President hasn’t yet commented on the edited video released by Trump. The organization has previously emphasized the importance of maintaining decorum during such ceremonies.

This is not the first time Trump has edited footage of his appearances. Previous instances include modifying videos of his interactions with world leaders to highlight specific moments.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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