Trump facing pressure to condemn UFC fighter for disparaging Michelle Obama
Summary
President Donald Trump faced calls to condemn a UFC fighter who made a false and offensive claim about former first lady Michelle Obama during an event at the White House. The fighter said Michelle Obama is a man, a claim linked to far-right conspiracy theories, which many found racist and sexist.Key Facts
- The UFC fighter, Josh Hokit, made the claim during a White House event for President Trump’s 80th birthday.
- Trump appeared to smile after the comment but did not publicly respond.
- The comment is a false conspiracy theory with racist and sexist roots.
- Critics called the event inappropriate and criticized the president for not condemning the remark.
- Some Trump supporters and allies said President Trump should denounce the comment.
- UFC president Dana White expressed disapproval of such hateful remarks.
- Public figures across different views spoke against the comment and highlighted its harmful impact on Black women.
- Some right-wing commentators defended the fighter’s comment as a joke.
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