UPDATE: U.S. President Donald Trump has just confirmed that a major UFC event will take place at the White House on June 14, 2024. This highly anticipated announcement was made during a speech in Norfolk, Virginia, and coincides with Trump’s 80th birthday.
During his address, Trump declared, “On June 14, next year, we’re going to have a big UFC fight at the White House, right at the White House grounds.” This groundbreaking event is set to unfold on the South Lawn of the White House, marking a significant occasion as the nation gears up for the 250th anniversary of American Independence.
While the UFC has yet to officially confirm the event, plans are already in motion. UFC CEO Dana White has previously disclosed that the event will feature official weigh-ins at the historic Lincoln Memorial. In an astonishing figure, replacing the grass on the White House lawn after the event is projected to cost around $700,000.
White elaborated on the event’s unique features, stating that fighters will make their way to the Octagon from the Oval Office, adding an unprecedented flair to the fight night. However, he noted that fight bookings will not commence until the first quarter of 2026, indicating that fans will have to wait a bit longer for match announcements.
Notable fighters are already expressing interest in participating. Former two-weight champion Conor McGregor has shown enthusiasm for facing American fighter Michael Chandler during this historic event. Additionally, Jon Jones, who recently retired as one of the greatest fighters of all time, has hinted at a comeback specifically for this card.
As excitement builds for this unique merging of sports and politics, the implications of hosting such a high-profile UFC event at the White House will resonate across the nation. Fans and fighters alike are eager to see how this unprecedented event unfolds as the date approaches.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the UFC prepares to make history at the White House!
