Georgia congressman shows German soccer fan ‘Freddy’ around U.S. Capitol

WASHINGTON — The German soccer fan known as “Freddy” on social media became a viral sensation as he documented his road trip across America to attend World Cup games, earning him freebies like luxury suites, private tours and photo ops with celebrities. Tuesday, it was a North Georgia congressman’s turn to give Freddy the VIP treatment with a private tour of the U.S. Capitol, including a visit to the Speaker’s balcony, which offers the best views of the National Mall. U.S. Rep. Clay Fuller, R-Lookout Mountain, took Freddy for ride on one of the subway cars connecting a House office building to the Capitol and gave him a brief tour, pointing out historical facts along the way.