UFC Shells Out $60M for White House Spectacle

UFC is investing up to $60 million to produce a massive event on the White House South Lawn on June 14, coinciding with President Donald Trump's 80th birthday and America's 250th anniversary. TKO President Mark Shapiro stated it won't profit directly but aims for long-term gains via earned media, new fans, and Paramount+ growth through partnerships. Dana White confirmed 5,000 attendees on-site, 85,000 nearby, with fighters walking from the Oval Office to the Octagon amid music and DC takeover. Rumors of Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler or Jon Jones' return were dismissed as BS. This landmark card elevates UFC's prestige; expect star-studded bookings soon.[1]