Donald Trump says he wants to stage UFC fight on White House grounds
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President Trump has announced an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) bout will take place on the White House grounds next year as part of the America250 celebrations. UFC president Dana White will organize this event, expected to attract up to 25,000 spectators. Trump has been a longtime fan of UFC and previously hosted an events at his casino. White House press secretary confirmed Trump’s serious intent regarding the fight. In addition to the bout, various events will honor America's historic sites leading to a climactic festival on July 4th, 2026.
President Trump has announced that an Ultimate Fighting Championship bout will be held on the grounds of the White House next year to celebrate America's 250th birthday. UFC president Dana White will organize the fight, which Trump says will be a "full fight" attracting up to 25,000 spectators. Trump, known for attending UFC events, emphasized that this match is part of broader celebrations marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, including special events at national park battlefields and historic sites leading up to a festival on July 4th, 2026.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that Trump was "dead serious" about hosting the UFC fight, emphasizing the excitement around the event by stating, "It's going to be EPIC!" This announcement marks an unusual fusion of sports and presidential events, reflecting Trump's longstanding interest in UFC and his friendship with Dana White.
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