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Brawling in the ring at Sunday’s UFC fight came with a show of Republican unity, as congressional leaders like Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Speaker Mike Johnson turned up to watch the event on the White House lawn. But outside the Octagon and behind the scenes, another fight was…

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Charlie Kirk's Preserved Final Wish Exposed by Erika Kirk Ahead of Assassinated Founder's UFC Tribute

Erika Kirk shares a personal memory of attending a UFC fight with her late husband, adding a private reflection to the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House.

International Business Times UK

Trump shows up to UFC bash with a hand everyone noticed

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Trump Sparks Fresh Health Panic Over 'Visibly Discolored' Hand and Mysterious Facial Bruise at 80th Birthday UFC Bash

Trump's heavily made‑up, discoloured hand and apparent facial bruise reignited scrutiny of his health despite repeated assurances from his doctor that he is in 'excellent' condition.

International Business Times UK

That brutal, unserious cage fight underlined who Trump really is — and what he’s doing to America

ANALYSIS: Hosting a fighting championship on the White House lawn was even worse than anyone expected, writes Holly Baxter

The Independent UK

Joe Rogan Stunned as UFC Heavyweight Josh Hokit Jokes About Michelle Obama Looking Like a Man

Josh Hokit defeated Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250, but his controversial comment about Michelle Obama during a post-fight interview with Joe Rogan stole the spotlight.

International Business Times UK

Make America Grotesque Again? In Trump's USA, spectacle beats up statecraft

Recent White House events showcase a stark divide in American politics. A UFC fighter's controversial speech and a malfunctioning Reflecting Pool, blamed on sabotage by supporters, highlight this. Critics see these as signs of decay. This era blends governance with reality television and internet commentary, marking a surreal moment for…

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Controversy and a corporate spectacle under the Claw: Trump’s birthday fight night at the White House

Despite a last-ditch legal bid to block the event, the White House spent the night as a marketing department for the private fighting company

The Guardian - US

White House Picked Fight With the Weather Channel Over 'B.S. Clickbait' Ahead of UFC Freedom 250

The White House's official rapid-response account on X became embroiled in a public dispute with The Weather Channel this week after the network highlighted potential weather-related disruptions ahead of UFC Freedom 250, an event held on the White House South Lawn.

Latin Times

Trump’s heavily-caked hand makes appearance at UFC fights - and the internet takes notice

The White House has previously said that Trump’s hands have appeared bruised due to his frequent hand shaking

The Independent UK

"Michelle Obama is a man": UFC heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit makes controversial remarks at White House lawn after defeating Derrick Lewis

Michelle Obama Josh Hokit: UFC fighter Josh Hokit made a controversial statement about Michelle Obama after winning at UFC Freedom 250. The comment, made on the White House lawn, quickly went viral. This remark overshadowed his victory and drew widespread reactions online. Joe Rogan's brief interview conclusion also gained attention.…

The Economic Times

Where has he been? Barron Trump resurfaces at UFC with a bold new style after 4-month absence, fans can't stop staring

Barron Trump made a rare public appearance after four months at a historic UFC event on the White House lawn. The 20-year-old NYU student, sporting longer wavy hair and a smart blazer, joined his parents, President Donald Trump and Melania, for the star-studded spectacle.

The Economic Times

Trump ally gives excuse for blowing through deadline to remove his name from Kennedy Center – the weather

Court filing does not explain why the center waited until last minute to remove president’s name

The Independent UK

'He Looks Zonked': Insiders Reveal Trump's Reality at 80 as He Celebrates With Violent White House Cage Match

At 80, Donald Trump is staging UFC fights on the White House lawn while insiders say he 'rarely sleeps', looks 'zonked' and is still obsessed with power and payback.

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The Independent UK

Trump accused of falling asleep at UFC cage fight birthday celebrations

Donald Trump has been accused of dozing off during the UFC cage fight hosted at the White House to mark his 80th birthday.

Evening Standard

Tyson Fury sparks controversy with ‘Donald Trump for prime minister’ hat

The boxer and heavyweight champion and his wife visited the White House on Sunday.

The Guardian - US

Trump presides over spectacles of violence like a dysfunctional Roman emperor

The sordid UFC event represents his own efforts to symbolically fuse the federal government with his person, to insist that he is America and is the state, says Guardian US columnist Moira Donegan

The Independent UK

New military ad played at White House UFC match shows Trump pledging to stay out of new wars

‘We will measure our success not only by the battles we win, but also... and perhaps most importantly, the wars we never get into – it's called peace through strength,’ the president says

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The Guardian - US

California governor Gavin Newsom accuses Donald Trump of directing DoJ to investigate him and his wife – as it happened

Newsom accuses president of ‘coming after me because I am considering running for president’; justice department has yet to comment on claim

The Independent UK

Trump serenaded with Happy Birthday at White House UFC fight

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The Independent UK

Crowd sings happy birthday to Trump at UFC fight on White House lawn

Donald Trump has become the second president to turn 80 years old while in office

International Business Times UK

Justin Gaethje, Ciryl Gane, Sean O'Malley, Mauricio Ruffy Shine as UFC 250 At White House Delivers Shock Winner

UFC Freedom 250 at the White House saw Justin Gaethje's shocking victory over Ilia Topuria, alongside dominant performances from Ciryl Gane, Sean O'Malley, and others, reshaping the sport's narrative.

International Business Times UK

Claims of Leaked DMs Showing Eric Trump Asking Whether White House UFC Bouts Were Rigged Debunked

Screenshots allegedly showing Eric Trump discussing UFC fight rigging with Daniel Cormier went viral, sparking controversy.

The Independent UK

Banned fighter removed from UFC White House event

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International Business Times UK

Who Is Josh Hokit? UFC Heavyweight Draws Attention With Michelle Obama Comment After White House Win

Josh Hokit defeated Derrick Lewis with a second-round TKO at UFC Freedom 250, but his post-fight comments about Michelle Obama drew significant attention and sparked online debate.

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