Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
Summary
A lawsuit was filed to stop a UFC fight night planned on the White House South Lawn on President Trump's 80th birthday. The suit claims the event breaks federal rules, benefits Trump and his allies financially, and was not properly approved by Congress or reviewed for environmental impact.Key Facts
- The event is scheduled for June 14, President Trump's 80th birthday.
- The lawsuit was filed by the Public Integrity Project on behalf of a political activist and an Air Force veteran.
- It argues the fight night is a private, profit-driven event benefiting President Trump, UFC, and its broadcast partner Paramount.
- The event includes a large arch constructed on the White House South Lawn without congressional approval or environmental review.
- UFC says the event is part of the U.S. 250th anniversary celebrations, but the lawsuit disputes this claim.
- A White House official called the lawsuit baseless and said the event is similar to other White House-hosted activities.
- Paramount, UFC, and others involved have not publicly commented on the lawsuit.
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