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The World Anti-Doping Agency is considering a new rule to penalize countries that fail to meet their funding obligations, potentially barring U.S. leaders like former President Donald Trump from major events, including the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The rule, discussed this Tuesday, would exclude countries missing payments by January 31st from world championships and Olympic or Paralympic Games. Tensions between the U.S. and WADA have been high since 2023 due to unpaid dues of around $7.3 million for 2025 and $3.6 million for 2024, stemming from a dispute over Chinese swimmers who tested positive before the Tokyo Games. The new rule would not apply retroactively, leaving events like the World Cup and upcoming games unaffected. The aim is to secure WADAs budget for a stronger global fight against doping.

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