Joe Rogan Bashes Trump's White House UFC Event: 'I Don't Like It'
Summary
Podcaster Joe Rogan criticized President Donald Trump’s plan to hold an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event outside on the White House lawn on June 14. Rogan said fighting outdoors in the heat and bugs is not a good idea and suggested building a roof for the event.Key Facts
- The UFC event is planned for June 14 on the White House South Lawn to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary and President Trump’s 80th birthday.
- The event will feature 5,000 seats, an octagon-shaped fighting cage, and patriotic decorations.
- Joe Rogan, a UFC commentator and Trump supporter, said he does not like the fight being held outdoors because of heat and insects.
- Rogan recommended building a roof over the fighting cage to create a controlled, air-conditioned environment.
- The UFC will pay the $60 million cost of the event.
- Some Democrats have criticized the event, saying it blurs the line between official government functions and political entertainment.
- The planned fights include matches between fighters Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane and Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje.
- Rogan has supported President Trump but has disagreed with him on some other issues in the past.
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