Federal judge clears way for UFC Freedom 250 at White House
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
U.S. District Judge Amit P. Mehta has rejected an injunction that sought to cancel UFC Freedom 250, which is set to take place on the White House South Lawn on June 14. The lawsuit argued that the event violated National Park Service regulations, but Judge Mehta ruled that the plaintiffs had no legal standing to challenge the event. The ruling ensures that the UFC can proceed with plans after investing considerable resources, including over $60 million in costs and $1 million to replace the South Lawn grass. Following the decision, UFC has confirmed that all preparations for the event will continue as scheduled.
- •Judge Mehta's decision allows UFC Freedom 250 to proceed on June 14.
- •Lawsuit claimed event violated permitting regulations.
- •UFC has reportedly spent over $60 million on the event.
- •Investments include $1 million for South Lawn grass replacement.
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Federal Judge Rejects Last-Second Injunction To Cancel UFC Freedom 250
"This weekend’s White House card is officially all systems go. Earlier this week, fight fans were worried about a potential cancelation of the event on the White House South Lawn after a last-second injunction was filed by Virginia’s Public Integrity Project. The lawsuit against the National Park Service and the Department of the Interior stated […]
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