Trump sent shockwaves around MMA when he pitched that UFC CEO Dana White build an Octagon on The White House lawn and host an event to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence in 2026. The UFC issued a vague response to Trump’s comments, revealing that more details would be revealed soon.

Away from fighting, Jones dealt with a felony hit-and-run charge, then tested positive for banned substances. Jones eventually got back in the game and made more history in 2023, when he claimed the UFC Heavyweight Championship. He was just the eighth UFC fighter to be a two-division champion.

Former pound-for-pound kingpin Jon Jones has announced his return. Less than two weeks after vacating the heavyweight title and riding off into the sunset, Jones has indicated that he’s re-entered the UFC’s testing pool.