UFC President Dana White Defends Free Speech Amid Controversy

White's Response to Fighter Sean Strickland's Controversial Comments Sparks Mixed Reactions

UFC President Dana White defended the right to free speech after a reporter questioned him about the controversial comments made by fighter Sean Strickland.
Strickland had made comments about the LGBTQ+ community and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, which sparked backlash.
White stated that he does not control what his fighters say or believe, emphasizing the importance of free speech.
Strickland lost his middleweight championship bout against Dricus Du Plessis at the UFC 297 event in Toronto, Canada.
White's stance on free speech has been praised by some, including psychologist Jordan Peterson, but has also drawn criticism.