The UFC Freedom 250 gala takes place on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the USA, on Trump's 80th birthday and on Flag Day. Trump, who is a fan of MMA, left the White House and entered the arena accompanied by the head of the American UFC federation, Dana White, with whom he has been friends for a long time.
At the beginning of the event, a group of 12 jets flew over the American capital.
MMA gala on Donald Trump's birthday. A short conversation with Karol Nawrocki
There are also members of the Trump family in the audience, including first lady Melania, politicians, lobbyists, representatives of business and technology giants (including the head of Meta, Mark Zuckerberg). The recordings also show US Vice President JD Vance.
The seven-fight gala takes place on the south lawn of the White House. The main fight will be between Georgian-Spanish fighter Ilia Topuria and American Justin Gaethje. The spectacle on the White House grounds is watched by over 4,000 people. guests. Additionally, according to various estimates, approx. 85-100 thousand. follows the fights on large screens set up in the fan zone at the nearby Ellipse Park.
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UFC gala at the White House
Donald Trump greeted the fighters taking part in the fights.
Americans skeptical about the MMA gala in the White House
A Reuters/Ipsos survey shows that few Americans support holding a cage fight on the White House grounds. Only 16 percent Americans found it appropriate, and 46 percent respondents had a different opinion. The rest did not express their opinion on this matter. Only 31 percent Republicans found it appropriate. 18 percent respondents are considered MMA fans.
