However, considering the relationship between Trump and UFC CEO Dana White, the promotion may make an exception to pull off the event. If it goes forward, PFL hopes to be a part of the action too.

During a recent rally in Iowa, United States President Donald Trump announced plans for a UFC fight to take place outside the White House as part of the 2026 July 4 celebrations.

President Donald Trump on Thursday said he plans to host a UFC fight on White House grounds as he kicked off a series of events meant to mark America’s 250th anniversary next year.

Donald Trump is known for being a huge UFC fan, and the U.S. President wants to have a fight card right in his own backyard. Trump spoke on Thursday about some of the special events he is planning ...

In the past, the UFC has held multiple events in Washington, D.C., at the Capitol One Arena. Trump, of course, is close to White, who was a vocal and early supporter.