Overview
- Jones said on Geoffrey Woo’s podcast that he declined a reported $30 million unification offer because money is no longer his priority.
- He re‑entered the UFC drug‑testing pool and is training with an eye on the planned White House event in June 2026.
- Jones named Alex Pereira as his preferred opponent, citing the champion’s global profile and “it” factor as better for his legacy.
- He outlined a shared game plan for Pereira and Aspinall, aiming to strike until an opening appears, then take the fight to the ground for a submission or TKO.
- UFC CEO Dana White remains hesitant to book Jones for the White House card, noting past unreliability, though he confirmed a recent phone call in which Jones apologized.