Dana White criticizes Josh Hokit’s comments after UFC Freedom 250 victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Dana White addressed Josh Hokit’s offensive remarks about Michelle Obama following Hokit’s performance at UFC Freedom 250 against Derrick Lewis. White condemned the comments as 'disgusting' while asserting the importance of free speech. Despite the backlash, Hokit’s win has elevated him to number four in the heavyweight rankings, positioning him near the title picture. This situation presents challenges for the UFC as Hokit becomes a larger figure in the sport amid the controversy surrounding his comments.
- •Josh Hokit won against Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250.
- •Dana White labeled Hokit’s comments about Michelle Obama as 'disgusting'.
- •Hokit is now ranked fourth in the heavyweight division.
- •The UFC faces potential image issues due to Hokit’s remarks.
- •White emphasized the need to respect all presidents, regardless of personal opinions.
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"UFC President and CEO Dana White may have surprised some people when he spoke out against UFC fighter Josh Hokit calling former first lady Michelle Obama a during the UFC Freedom 250 event. “That was disgusting,” White said, condemning Hokit’s assertion during a press conference. Hokit also revealed that he actually voted for Michelle’s husband,…
"Josh Hokit mixed a strong UFC Freedom 250 performance against Derrick Lewis with offensive comments about former US first lady Michelle Obama. The remarks drew criticism and quickly became part of the wider conversation around him.
"The UFC heavyweight finally addressed his post-fight insult of Michelle Obama on the White House South Lawn.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 10:05 AM‘We don’t hide from it’: Dana White breaks his silence on Pride Night after Donald Trump’s UFC event
UFC President and CEO Dana White may have surprised some people when he spoke out against UFC fighter Josh Hokit calling former first lady Michelle Obama a during the UFC Freedom 250 event. “That was disgusting,” White said, condemning Hokit’s assertion during a press conference. Hokit also revealed that he actually voted for Michelle’s husband,…
- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 9:26 PMJosh Hokit refuses to back down from controversial Michelle Obama comments in first interview after UFC Freedom 250
The UFC heavyweight finally addressed his post-fight insult of Michelle Obama on the White House South Lawn.
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 8:01 PMDana White admits he voted for Barack Obama and addresses Josh Hokit’s Michelle comments
Josh Hokit mixed a strong UFC Freedom 250 performance against Derrick Lewis with offensive comments about former US first lady Michelle Obama. The remarks drew criticism and quickly became part of the wider conversation around him.
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