Dana White announced live during UFC 327 that Josh Hockit will face Derrick Lewis at the UFC White House event on June 14. President Donald Trump, who was watching from the front row, personally requested the matchup after witnessing Hockit's performance against Curtis Blaydes. Hockit accepted the fight immediately before being transported to the hospital following his bout with Blaydes. The announcement was made during the broadcast with Trump seated next to White. This marks a direct presidential intervention in UFC matchmaking for the White House card.
UFC White House
Sunday, June 14, 2026
