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Trump administration urges judge to reject bid to block White House UFC event
- The Trump administration asked a judge to reject a lawsuit trying to block a UFC match planned for the White House South Lawn on June 14.
- Plaintiffs say sporting events are barred there and approvals weren’t properly obtained; the administration argues the event is lawful and the challenge came too late.
- The "UFC Freedom 250" — featuring a 92-foot octagon and Lincoln Memorial weigh-ins — coincides with Trump’s 80th birthday; UFC CEO Dana White is a close ally.
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