US President Trump Announces UFC Fight on White House Grounds to Mark 250th Independence Anniversary
US President Donald Trump revealed plans to host a UFC fight event on the White House grounds, which will be attended by 20,000 spectators, as part of the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Trump, speaking at the America250 rally in Des Moines, Iowa, announced his intention to organize an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event on the White House lawn.
“We have a lot of space there,” said Trump, describing the event as a “full-fledged fight” that will be attended by 20,000 to 25,000 people:
“Think about it, we’re going to have a UFC fight on the White House grounds,” he said.
A big fan of mixed martial arts (MMA), Trump has attended several UFC fights ringside in recent months. The US President is also close friends with UFC President Dana White.
As part of the 250th independence celebrations, Trump also announced plans for a large festival at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., and a sports competition involving high school students from across the country.
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