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Dana White showcased how the arena will be configured for the UFC event at the White House, emphasizing that the Oval Office will be visible in the background during fights. The stage is being constructed in Europe, will ship to Philadelphia, then be trucked to Washington DC for assembly on the South Lawn. White stressed that UFC is funding the entire event with no taxpayer money, calling it a gift for America's 250th anniversary. Over 70,000 people have already applied for tickets through UFCfreedom250.com, with free tickets available for the Ellipse park area. The two-day fan festival will include press conferences, weigh-ins, and a performance by Zac Brown Band, with over 100,000 fans expected to attend various events.
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