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Workers continue building the stage for a future UFC fight on the South Lawn of the White House, center, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in Washington, as work also continues on the construction of the ballroom, right.
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UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit is embracing his bold style ahead of the company's debut at the White House. He is scheduled to fight Sunday on the South Lawn in a mixed martial arts show celebrating President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday and the nation’s 250th anniversary. UFC CEO Dana White insists the event will proceed despite potential bad weather. The fight card features two championship bouts, including Alex Pereira versus Ciryl Gane and Ilia Topuria against Justin Gaethje.
More than $350 million from President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” has been quietly directed to White House security. Democrats warn the money appears to be helping to fund his new ballroom project, despite the president’s insistence that no taxpayer dollars would be used. The apportionment of funds comes as the project has faced setbacks in the court and Congress. The top Democrat on the Senate Budget Committee said Trump can't be trusted to follow the law. But the White House said the president and donors are providing some $400 million for the project, which is necessary for safety.