Who Is and Isn't Attending UFC Fight At White House: What We Know
Summary
The UFC is holding a special seven-fight event called UFC Freedom 250 on June 14, 2026, on the South Lawn of the White House to honor President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday and America’s 250th anniversary. The event will feature top fighters in a temporary arena, with roughly 5,000 invited guests, including Trump and his family.Key Facts
- UFC Freedom 250 will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the White House South Lawn in Washington, D.C.
- The event includes seven mixed martial arts fights, with two championship fights headlining.
- A temporary structure called “the Claw” will hold the Octagon and lighting for the fights.
- About 5,000 guests are expected, including President Donald Trump, Melania Trump, and several Trump family members.
- UFC President Dana White invited many celebrities, but some stars like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Adam Sandler, and Jared Leto have declined to attend.
- Some well-known fighters such as Conor McGregor, Jon Jones, and Ronda Rousey will not participate.
- The event faces criticism over its $60 million cost and a federal lawsuit that tried to stop it, but a judge allowed it to happen.
- The UFC event marks the first time professional UFC fights have taken place at the presidential residence.
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