League: UFC Sport: MMA Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Bryce Mitchell criticizes government role in UFC White House event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 7:11 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Bryce Mitchell criticizes government role in UFC White House event

Summary

Bantamweight Bryce Mitchell expressed his discontent with the UFC Freedom 250 event scheduled for June 14 at the White House. Criticizing government involvement in sports, he stated that hosting such events detracts from its core duty to protect citizens. His remarks followed comments from middleweight champion Sean Strickland, who claimed he was banned from attending the event due to his political views. Mitchell, preparing to fight undefeated prospect Santiago Luna at UFC Vegas 118 on June 6, emphasized the need for a strong governmental focus on protecting its citizens rather than providing entertainment.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Bryce Mitchell opposes government hosting sports events at the White House.
•Sean Strickland claims he was banned from attending due to political views.
•Mitchell will fight Santiago Luna on June 6 at UFC Vegas 118.
•He argues government should focus on protecting citizens, not entertainment.

Latest Updates

7:11 AMYahoo Sports — Bryce Mitchell criticizes UFC White House event: 'Our government is desecrating its role'

What they're saying

"
Middleweight champion Sean Strickland revealed on Wednesday that he was 'banned' from attending the UFC Freedom 250 event on June 14 at the White House. According to Strickland, criticism of Israel, the war in Iran and the handling of the Epstein Files led to him being uninvited. During the UFC ...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

UFC MMA