‘Reeks of corruption’: protesters rally as Trump hosts UFC event on his birthday
Summary
President Donald Trump hosted a mixed martial arts event on the White House lawn as part of his 80th birthday celebration. Protesters gathered nearby to criticize the event, citing concerns about corruption, commercialization of federal property, and the violent nature of the fights.Key Facts
- The UFC event was held on the South Lawn of the White House and featured seven cage fights.
- The event was promoted as celebrating America’s fighting spirit ahead of the country’s 250th anniversary.
- Protesters organized by Third Act Virginia demonstrated with signs, chants, and puppets representing Trump and his cabinet.
- Some protesters said President Trump holds significant stock in TKO, the UFC’s parent company, raising conflict of interest concerns.
- The protest group filed an emergency federal lawsuit to block the event, but a judge rejected it two days before the fight.
- UFC fans and Trump supporters attended the event, with VIP tickets costing up to $1.5 million.
- Protesters opposed commercializing federal park land and the use of violent cage fighting on White House grounds.
- The protesters’ slogans included calls to protect democracy and opposition to hate and fear.
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