A UFC spokesperson confirmed to The Athletic 's Mark Puleo 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 President Donald Trump’s public announcement of the idea during a speech in Iowa on Thursday.

Donald Trump wants there to be a UFC fight at the White House to celebrate 250 year anniversary of signing of the Declaration of Independence.

President Donald Trump wants to celebrate 250 years of American independence with fists flying — literally — on the White House lawn. During a speech in Iowa, Trump announced that he plans to stage a UFC match on White House grounds with thousands of fans as part of his plan to celebrate 250 years