Dana White rules out future White House events after UFC Freedom 250

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Dana White rules out future White House events after UFC Freedom 250
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UFC President Dana White confirmed that there will be no future events at the White House following the UFC Freedom 250 event, which took place recently. Despite an estimated attendance of nearly 200,000 and record merchandise sales, the event resulted in a projected loss of $30 million. White expressed dissatisfaction with outdoor events, citing weather concerns, and commented on the unique success of the fight card, which saw all bouts end in knockouts. Efforts are underway to collaborate with President Trump on military-themed UFC events at military bases in the future.

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  • UFC Freedom 250 drew nearly 200,000 attendees over the weekend.
  • The event resulted in a projected $30 million loss.
  • All seven fights ended in knockouts, a UFC first.
  • Dana White ruled out staging outdoor events again due to weather issues.
  • Plans for military-themed UFC events with Trump are in discussion.
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The MMA promotion also distanced itself from staging future events outdoors.

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