Overview

• Trump announced the target date during remarks at Naval Station Norfolk, noting the event would take place on the White House grounds and coincide with his 80th birthday.
• Plans call for the Octagon on the South Lawn, with fireworks, a light show, weigh-ins at the Lincoln Memorial, and public fan activities across the National Mall previously described by the White House.
• TKO Group’s UFC has not confirmed the June 14 date, signaling that key details remain in flux.
• UFC CEO Dana White has said the event is proceeding and told Sports Business Journal the organization would spend about $700,000 to replace the South Lawn grass after the show.
• Conor McGregor has expressed interest in fighting, but White stated no bouts have been negotiated and he expects to begin building the card early next year.