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Stavros Halkias criticizes UFC for association with Trump

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 1:15 PM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Stavros Halkias criticizes UFC for association with Trump

Summary

Comedian Stavros Halkias expressed his discontent with the UFC during a podcast, stating that the promotion's support for Donald Trump has alienated him from the sport. Halkias highlighted Trump's close relationship with UFC CEO Dana White, which he claims has led to undue political influence at events. He reflects on his past enjoyment of UFC fights, mentioning memories of watching with his brother, but now feels the promotion's direction has made it difficult to engage as a fan. Halkias declared that he finds the continued association with Trump problematic and has reconsidered his patronage to UFC events.

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By the Numbers

•Stavros Halkias criticizes UFC's ties to Trump.
•Halkias feels alienated as a former UFC fan.
•He recalls positive memories of watching UFC with family.
•Halkias condemns the promotion's political propaganda.
•He expresses uncertainty about supporting UFC financially.

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1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Comedian Stavros Halkias rips UFC for being ‘a MAGA suck-off’

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Comedian Stavros Halkias says the UFC’s support of Donald Trump has pushed him away from the sport of mixed martial arts (MMA). Trump occupies a very unique place in the UFC due to his close friendship with CEO Dana White. That’s led to Trump getting the red carpet rolled out at numerous UFC events, a […]
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