Upon taking office on January 20, Donald Trump signed several executive orders that, while not directly related to sports, could have significant effects on them. His historical ties with wrestling—including hosting Wrestlemania events and engaging in WWE storylines—hint at strong connections with the industry. Similarly, Trump's relationships with UFC, particularly through Dana White, reveal his alignment with the organization's values. High-profile endorsements from wrestlers and UFC fighters further solidify the bond, suggesting that Trump's policies may cater to these groups and their supporters.
"In 1988 and 1989 Trump Plaza brought back-to-back Wrestlemania events to Atlantic City, which showcased Trump's early interest in wrestling even as a non-traditional sports fan."
"UFC has grown enormously in the last decade and has a huge, largely male fan base that marries well with the voters Trump needed, showing the overlap of sports and politics."
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