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How Trump exposes Fifa’s ‘new shame’ before controversial World Cup 2026 draw

Fifa will launch next summer’s finals with the draw in Washington DC, with Donald Trump poised to accept the governing body’s inaugural Peace Prize

The Independent UK

FIFA’s Legendary Roster of Presenters for 2026 World Cup Draw

The whole world will be glued to events at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.

Sports Illustrated

Who is performing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage draw?

The 2026 World Cup group stage draw takes place in Washington D.C. on Friday and several big names will be performing at the event

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“The song is about joy and possibilities and hope, and they have missed the point entirely”: Semisonic protest at Trump’s unauthorised use of their late '90s hit Closing Time

Song has been used to soundtrack images of officials handcuffing detainees

MusicRadar

‘Trump is cool now’: Bill Maher eviscerates Democrats for allowing Trump’s popularity rise

‘I mean, the Village People are gay for Trump now!’ Maher says

The Independent UK

From gay clubs to Maga anthem: the absurd, contested history of the Village People’s YMCA

A barely recognizable version of the band performed the 1978 classic at Donald Trump’s inauguration, the latest chapter in a strange tale of disco, feuds and showboating

The Guardian - US

Trump’s inauguration: Schedule of events and who will attend

A look at what will happen and who will be there for Donald Trump’s historic return as US president.

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Celebrity Participation In Trump's Inauguration Signals Changing Tides

Explore the changing landscape of celebrity involvement in political events surrounding Trump's inauguration.

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The Independent UK

Kid Rock, Jason Aldean to perform during Trump's Inauguration weekend

A host of big-name performers including Kid Rock and country singer Jason Aldean will be making their way to Washington to perform at various presidential inauguration events over the weekend

The Guardian - UK

Move fast, break things – sprint to kiss Trump’s ring. It’s the tech bros inauguration derby

Zuckerberg, Musk and Bezos are falling over themselves to suck up to the incoming president. And he’s just as keen to let them, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

International Business Times

Village People, Carrie Underwood To Perform At Trump Inauguration

The Village People -- the group behind "Y.M.C.A," a staple of Donald Trump's rallies -- said Monday they have accepted an invitation from the president-elect to perform at events connected to next week's inauguration.

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“Arnold Schwarzenegger wanted to talk to me. They thought I would be right for the part of The Terminator”: WASP frontman Blackie Lawless’ wild tales of Lemmy, Gene Simmons and The Village People

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The Independent UK

Village People founder has change of heart, is considering performing YMCA at Trump inauguration

‘If he were to ask the Village People to perform the song live for him, we’d have to seriously consider it,’ Victor Willis says

Salon

Village People: Trump can use "Y.M.C.A."

Vocalist Victor Willis reversed his years-long condemnation of Trump's usage of their mega-hit

The Conversation

What role did music play in Trump and MAGA’s electoral appeal?

Donald Trump knows the value of music.

The Independent UK

Trump promises to ‘remove the Jew haters’ if he’s elected in November

Republican presidential nominee delivers fiery support for Israel at October 7 remembrance event – before dancing off the stage to The Village People’s YMCA

Zenger

Cease And Desist Letter Give Former President Donald Trump A Warning Over Impersonating

The Village People complained about impersonations for entertainment purposes at Mar-A-Lago including their songs.

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