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On Trump’s birthday, UFC fights at the White House. How did other presidents celebrate birthdays?
The seven-bout card includes two title fights and is expected to cost more than $60 million, according to lawsuit documents.
- On Sunday, June 14, 2026, The White House South Lawn will host UFC 250, coinciding with America's 250th birthday and President Donald Trump's 80th birthday.
- Trump publicly announced the plan on July 3, 2025, following discussions with CEO Dana White that began after the 2024 presidential election, building on their relationship dating to 2001.
- On June 12, a judge rejected a lawsuit from two Virginian residents attempting to stop the event, which is expected to cost over $60 million and feature 7 bouts.
- The White House South Lawn has been transformed into a temporary arena, with a towering lights and graphics rig overhead, known as the Claw, completing the specialized setup.
- While past administrations hosted the Birthday Ball for FDR and the Madison Square Garden Salute for Kennedy, this UFC event marks a distinct shift in how the White House uses its grounds.
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