President Donald Trump wants to celebrate 250 years of American independence with a UFC match at the White House. Trump announced the plan Thursday in Iowa during the kickoff event for a year

President Donald Trump told an Iowa crowd he would sign the megabill legislative package in a patriotic ceremony on July 4 and focus resources on national parks − as well as holding an Ultimate Fighting Championship bout at the White House - as he embarks on a yearlong celebration of the country's 250th anniversary.

It was confirmed on Friday that plans are in motion for a UFC fight to take place at the White House as part of the United States’ 250th birthday celebration in 2026. The news follows former President Donald Trump’s public announcement of the idea during a speech in Iowa on Thursday,