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UFC Championship Set for White House Grounds in 2026

Semiquincentennial celebrations have drawn Conor McGregor and Jon Jones back into the drug-testing pool, with officials navigating security approvals and fight bookings.

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Overview

  • A UFC spokesperson has officially confirmed plans for a championship event on White House grounds as part of America250 in mid-2026.
  • Conor McGregor and Jon Jones have each re-entered the UFC’s drug-testing pool and publicly signaled interest in fighting on the presidential residence lawn.
  • Veteran referees and pundits have proposed potential headline matchups, including McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier, McGregor vs. Michael Chandler and Jones vs. Tom Aspinall.
  • Security, logistical and political reviews are underway to address venue preparations, crowd size and national image concerns ahead of finalizing the fight card.
  • Jones amplified a message of national unity by sharing Dominick Cruz’s reflections on MMA’s evolution, underlining the event’s symbolic value beyond sport.