Dana White regrets Josh Hokit's attack on Michelle Obama, but defends freedom of speech in the UFC.

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Dana White was not at all pleased with the post-fight interview of Josh Hokit No. UFC White House. The North American won Derrick Lewis at the historic event, and still on Joe Rogan's microphone, he took the opportunity to challenge Alex Poatán and attack former First Lady Michelle Obama. The UFC president called the statement 'stupid'.

In a press conference after the ufc vegas 119Dana White stated that he respects all presidents, current and former, but highlighted that this same respect is not always reciprocated. He also commented that, due to freedom of speech, he ends up having to deal with statements he considers absurd in some post-fight interviews.

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“I respect all presidents, past and present, and you know, not everyone does. You have to listen to stupid bullshit like that sometimes because I also believe in freedom of speech,” said Dana White.

Josh Hokit attacks Michelle Obama

With four wins in the UFC and growing popularity within the event, the controversial Josh Hokit He came close to a possible title fight in the category, but once again became embroiled in controversy. In an interview with Joe Rogan, the fighter made a controversial statement insinuating that Michelle Obama was a transvestite.