Overview
- President Trump said at the Kennedy Center Honors that Dana White would build a temporary arena at the White House for a June 14, 2026 UFC event featuring eight or nine championship fights.
- The UFC has not announced any bouts for the proposed card, and Dana White has not publicly addressed the specific claims about the lineup or venue details.
- Rogan noted the UFC’s limited number of weight classes while casting doubt on the idea of nine title fights and warned of unusual pressures tied to White House security protocols.
- He also flagged outdoor conditions as a concern for fighters, citing the potential for heat and humidity to affect performance.
- Rogan urged White to include Jon Jones—potentially against Alex Pereira—despite reporting that White has questioned Jones’ reliability, and coverage notes that stars like Conor McGregor and Jones have expressed interest in fighting.