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Rogan Praises Trump’s UFC Event—But Doesn't Address Obama Slur

Hokit said he was "strong and courageous" on Instagram and told critics to meet him in the octagon after the White House outburst.

  • On Sunday, UFC fighter Josh Hokit shouted "Michelle Obama is a man" during his victory interview at the White House, drawing immediate criticism for his crude remarks broadcast on Paramount Plus.
  • The White House hosted the UFC Freedom event on Sunday to celebrate the Declaration of Independence's 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump's 80th birthday, with podcast host Joe Rogan calling it the "greatest night of fights of all time."
  • Facing widespread condemnation, Hokit called himself "strong and courageous" on Instagram Monday, while UFC president Dana White dismissed his comments as "nonsense" despite the fighter's challenge to critics.
  • The Justice Department charged five people on Tuesday for an alleged plot to deploy explosive drones around the White House after a family member reported one suspect for purchasing weapons.
  • Podcast host Joe Rogan rejected claims that attending the event equated to supporting Trump, stating, "It's a f—ing fight at the White House. It doesn't mean you endorse foreign policy.
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FirstSportz broke the news on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
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