Overview

• Conor McGregor publicly said he will face Michael Chandler on the White House card and posted a 'Mystic Mac' first‑round KO prediction, though the bout has not been officially confirmed by the UFC.
• Dana White says he has discussed plans with President Trump and Ivanka Trump, shared venue renderings, and will begin formal matchmaking in early 2026 for the June 2026 target.
• Official images of the South Lawn setup prompted widespread mockery and were lampooned on The Tonight Show, where Jimmy Fallon called the design "ridiculous."
• Planning details include a cap of fewer than 5,000 spectators on the South Lawn with Secret Service vetting of attendees and fighters, and additional viewing areas under consideration nearby.
• With the UFC’s Paramount deal beginning in January, selected events are expected to air on CBS, and reporting suggests the White House card is likely to be carried on the network.