Kaitlan Collins discredits Scott Jennings over military attendance memo
HuffPost • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 5:25 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026
During a CNN segment, Kaitlan Collins addressed Scott Jennings' claims about military attendance at a White House UFC event. Collins presented a memo indicating that military members must adhere to specific physical standards, including a waist-to-height ratio, to attend the event on June 14. Jennings had previously disputed the memo, claiming the White House stated there would be no restrictions. Collins emphasized the requirements stated in the internal memo, which seek to ensure service members meet current physical fitness standards. The discussion has led to criticism regarding the military being used for political purposes.
- •Collins fact-checked Jennings' claims on military attendance requirements.
- •A memo specifies physical standards for military members attending the UFC event.
- •Jennings asserted there were no restrictions according to the White House.
- •The event takes place on June 14.
- •Critics contend the military should not be used as props for political events.
- 5:25 PMHuffPost — Kaitlan Collins Pulls Receipts On Scott Jennings ‘Fake News’ Claim: 'There's Literally A Memo’ - HuffPost
"One defense official told CNN the Defense Department's selection requirements for military members attending the White House's UFC event sent a clear message: “No fatties.”
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