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When Power Bypasses Protocol | Ottawa News

When Power Bypasses Protocol | Ottawa News

Published 1 month, 1 week ago
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The U.S. president is acting with near impunity, bypassing norms and sparking global controversy—from meddling in international soccer to skipping standard procedures for awards. FIFA’s president, an IOC member who vowed neutrality, admitted being contacted by the president over a red card decision, while also acknowledging the final call rested with a committee. Meanwhile, politicians once critical of the president are now falling in line, raising alarms about accountability and the erosion of checks and balances. With elections looming, the world watches as international bodies like the IOC step in, and new allegations surface about political misuse of fan data—all while domestic pushback remains minimal.

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