Trump hosts White House event
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- The UFC held a major event on the White House grounds, featuring motocross stunts, live music, and fights on the South Lawn Octagon, attracting tens of thousands of mostly young male attendees from across the country.
- UFC CEO Dana White covered over $60 million in production costs, but significant federal law enforcement resources were deployed, raising questions about the use of taxpayer money.
- The event was heavily sponsored, with booths offering branded drinks and merchandise, including Monster Energy, Bud Light, Jose Cuervo, and New Amsterdam Vodka.
- Attendees expressed enthusiasm for the unique experience, with many viewing it as a historic and unprecedented event at the White House.
- The main fight event was scheduled for Sunday night at 8 p.m. ET, with large screens and stages set up to accommodate the massive crowd regardless of weather conditions.
