It was confirmed on Friday that plans are in motion for a UFC fight to take place at the White House as part of the United States’ 250th birthday celebration in 2026. The news follows former President Donald Trump’s public announcement of the idea during a speech in Iowa on Thursday, per The Athletic 's Mark Puleo.

The president has said he will host a UFC fight at the White House in 2026 to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.

By Mark Puleo Plans for a UFC fight on the grounds of the White House during the United States’ 250th birthday celebration in 2026 were confirmed to The