In a stunning turn of events that has electrified both the political and sports worlds, President Donald Trump has announced a historic plan to host a UFC title fight on the White House grounds in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Among the first to raise his hand for this unprecedented spectacle? None other than former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor, who wasted no time expressing his enthusiasm: “I would be honoured! Count me in!”
A presidential spectacle in the making
Speaking from Des Moines, Iowa, Trump revealed his ambitious blueprint for the America 250 celebrations, stating:
“We’re going to have a UFC fight on the grounds of the White House. We have a lot of land there.”
This unexpected revelation triggered an immediate reaction across the MMA community—but it was Conor McGregor's passionate response that truly turned heads.
On July 4th, the Irish fighter posted a spirited message on X (formerly Twitter):
“Happy 4th of July, USA. Excited with President Donald Trump announcing a UFC fight event at the White House. I would be honoured! Count me in!”
Conor McGregor's personal message to Dana White
To reinforce his commitment, McGregor shared a screenshot of a direct message to UFC CEO Dana White, who replied with infectious enthusiasm:
“I LOVE IT!!!!”
Though it remains unclear if this interaction was orchestrated or spontaneous, the buzz surrounding McGregor’s declaration has reached a fever pitch. After all, a UFC showdown on the White House lawn—possibly featuring Conor McGregor himself—would be a sporting moment of epic proportions.
A comeback of Presidential proportions?
McGregor, 36, hasn’t stepped inside the octagon since his defeat to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. Since then, he’s flirted with boxing, hinted at political ambitions—including a run for the Irish presidency—and faced several legal controversies.
Despite the unpredictability of his career, McGregor remains one of the sport’s most magnetic figures. His willingness to throw down at such an iconic venue is yet another testament to his flair for the dramatic and the historic.
In fact, Conor McGregor has already envisioned the spectacle:
“July 4th next year is a Saturday, regarding President Donald Trump UFC White House event. I will be reigning President of Ireland just under 1 year when I step out on the lawns of the White House to throw down. Epic proportions! Or as I like to call it, Tuesday at the office.”
UFC at the White House
Trump’s affinity for combat sports is well documented. He shares a close friendship with Dana White and has appeared ringside at numerous UFC events—even while in office. From sitting front row at UFC 314 in Miami to his “Battle of the Billionaires” WWE appearance, Trump’s history with fight sports runs deep.
With Donald Trump envisioning 20,000 to 25,000 attendees for the proposed White House event, the upcoming UFC bout could go down in history as one of the boldest integrations of sport and politics ever witnessed.