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Dave Portnoy calls Trump to denounce Josh Hokit’s remark about Michelle Obama

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 7:00 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Dave Portnoy calls Trump to denounce Josh Hokit’s remark about Michelle Obama

Summary

Dave Portnoy has urged President Donald Trump to condemn an offensive comment made by UFC fighter Josh Hokit during UFC Freedom 250, held on the South Lawn of the White House. After Hokit insulted former first lady Michelle Obama in his post-fight interview, Portnoy expressed his belief that Trump needs to denounce such remarks, emphasizing the significance of the setting. Despite Hokit’s success in his match, this comment has sparked controversy, overshadowing the event's overall reception. UFC president Dana White has already condemned Hokit’s statement. The White House has not yet responded to inquiries regarding the incident.

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By the Numbers

•Josh Hokit made a derogatory remark about Michelle Obama at UFC Freedom 250.
•Dave Portnoy called on Trump to denounce Hokit's comment during FS1's Wake Up Barstool.
•Dana White condemned Hokit’s statement as bigotry in a text to TIME.
•The incident occurred at a high-profile event on the White House grounds.
•The White House has not responded to requests for comment on the situation.

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7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Dave Portnoy calls on Donald Trump to denounce Josh Hokit’s Michelle Obama slur

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Dave Portnoy is urging President Donald Trump to break his silence after former first lady Michelle Obama was the target of an offensive insult at the White House. Despite threats of severe heat and looming thunderstorms, UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House, featuring seven fights, has largely been deemed a…
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