Dana White Downplays Donald Trump's Drop in Popularity on the Eve of UFC White House Event

Dana White and Donald Trump at a UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Dana White shows no concern about the event taking place. UFC White HouseEven amidst Donald Trump's low approval ratings, the event, scheduled for June 14th, is planned to take place on the lawn of the United States presidential residence as part of the celebrations of the country's 250th anniversary of independence, coinciding with the president's birthday. Despite a turbulent international scenario with ongoing conflicts, the leader remains focused on holding the event.

In an interview with Rolling Stone, Dana White highlighted the global nature of the UFC and downplayed the impact of geopolitical tensions on the organization. According to him, the event brings together athletes of different nationalities, including countries involved in conflicts, and situations such as wars will always be part of the world's reality.

"I have Israelis, I have Russians, I have Ukrainians, I have Pakistanis, you name it, I have them all on my roster. And guess what? For the rest of existence, these things (wars) are going to keep happening," said Dana White.

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The president emphasized that, as head of a global business, he cannot interrupt activities with every international crisis and guaranteed that he will continue promoting events as normal. Finally, he stressed his enthusiasm for the possibility of holding an event at the White House, treating the opportunity as something unmissable for the organization.

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“When you own a global business, you can’t just give in, break down, and surrender to every bad thing that happens in the world. I guarantee you, a lot more shit is going to happen this year, and I’m not going to stop running my business because of it. Having the opportunity to fight in the White House? We’re in!”, concluded the UFC president.

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UFC octagon set up with the White House in the background. Photo: Reproduction / Twitter @ufc

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UFC Fan Fest set up on the White House lawn. Photo: Reproduction / Twitter @ufc

UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, the Spanish Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. Former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, Poatan seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. They face Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

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