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Dana White Faces Backlash for Welcoming Controversial Tate Brothers at Las Vegas Event

The UFC president's warm greeting of the accused traffickers has drawn sharp criticism, particularly from conservative figures and fans.

Andrew Tate, left, and Tristan Tate attends a UFC 313 mixed martial arts event Saturday, March 8, 2025, in Las Vegas.
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Overview

  • Dana White, president of UFC and board member of Meta, greeted Andrew and Tristan Tate at a Power Slap event in Las Vegas, saying, 'Welcome to the States, boys.'
  • The Tate brothers, facing human trafficking and rape charges in Romania, recently had their travel ban lifted and arrived in the United States last week.
  • Conservative commentators and fans have criticized White's association with the Tates, with some vowing to boycott UFC events in protest.
  • Florida Governor Ron DeSantis publicly stated the Tate brothers were not welcome in his state and called for a legal review of their alleged crimes.
  • Andrew Tate, a polarizing social media figure and vocal Trump supporter, continues to face scrutiny for his controversial past and ongoing legal battles.