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Fact check: Sean Strickland did not wear controversial t-shirt at event

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:49 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Fact check: Sean Strickland did not wear controversial t-shirt at event

Summary

Sean Strickland was recently removed from a UFC viewing party near the White House. A viral image falsely claimed he wore a t-shirt reading "Trump is in the Epstein files". Law enforcement officials confirmed that Strickland wore a different outfit. Multiple AI detection tools indicated the fabricated nature of the viral image, which featured inconsistencies and errors typical of artificial intelligence generation. The matter has drawn attention online, leading to the debunking of the false claim.

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By the Numbers

•Strickland removed from UFC viewing party on June 14, 2026
•Viral image of t-shirt was proven false
•Law enforcement confirmed Strickland wore a different shirt
•AI detection tools flagged the image as generated
•Debunked claim gained traction on social media

Latest Updates

1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Fact Check: Sean Strickland Did NOT Wear 'Trump Is In The Epstein Files' T-Shirt When Escorted From UFC 250 Freedom Fight Party

What they're saying

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Did a viral image correctly what was printed on the t-shirt worn by Sean Strickland as he was escorted from a United Fighting Championship (UPC) viewing party near the White House? No, that's not true: Other images from the scene...
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