Josh Hockit will face Derrick Lewis at the UFC White House event on June 14, as announced by Dana White during a live broadcast. President Donald Trump personally requested this matchup after watching Hockit's performance from the front row. Hockit accepted the fight immediately before being transported to the hospital following his bout with Curtis Blaydes. This represents a significant step up in competition for the undefeated Hockit. The unique circumstances of a sitting president requesting a specific fight add an unusual political dimension to the matchmaking.
UFC White House
Sunday, June 14, 2026
