UFC confirms Trump's plan to host a fight at White House in 2026
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The UFC is planning to organize a fight card at the White House grounds, according to a spokesperson who shared this information with NBC News on Friday. Although detailed specifics are yet to be revealed, President Donald Trump has expressed interest in incorporating it into the festivities celebrating America’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026.

“We’re going to have a UFC fight on the grounds of the White House,” Trump said in Des Moines, Iowa, on Thursday. “We have a lot of land there.”

He said he expects the card to include a title fight in front of 20,000 to 25,000 people.

“All of our national parks, historic sites, and battlefields will host special events for America 250. I think we might even see a UFC fight as part of it,” Trump mentioned.

The stage of planning for this potential event remains uncertain, and it’s unclear how concrete the plans are at the moment. The UFC spokesperson assured that more information would be disclosed “at the appropriate time.”

Former two-division champion Conor McGregor, who has not competed since July 2021, said on social media he is interested in returning for the White House event.

“I would be honoured,” he wrote. “Count me in!”

Dana White flashed a V sign.
Dana White spoke at Trump’s campaign rally at Madison Square Garden in New York in October 2024.Evan Vucci / AP

Trump is close friends with UFC President Dana White, who has appeared at his campaign rallies. Immediately after winning the 2024 election, Trump brought White onstage to thank him for his efforts in helping him get re-elected.

Days after reclaiming the White House last November, Trump — along with Elon Musk, House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., and future Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. — attended a pay-per-view card at Madison Square Garden.

Trump has long ties to combat sports. Dating back to the 1980s, he hosted several marquee boxing matches at his hotels in Atlantic City and has often been seen at UFC matches.

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