Key facts
- The White House will host UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn in 2026.
- The event coincides with President Donald Trump's 80th birthday.
- The event also commemorates the U.S.'s 250th anniversary.
- World Liberty Financial will issue $250,000 in USD1 stablecoin bonuses to fighters.
- World Liberty Financial is described as a Trump family business.
- UFC CEO Dana White is organizing the event.
- Dana White is a prominent donor to President Trump.
- Dozens of protesters gathered outside the White House on Sunday.
- Protesters raised concerns about corruption, commercialization of federal land, and glorification of violence.
