Donald Trump Attends UFC 287 with Mike Tyson and Dana White
Former US President Donald Trump was in attendance at UFC 287 on Saturday night, sitting in the front row alongside Mike Tyson and UFC president Dana White. Trump, who is known to have a friendship with White, has attended numerous events staged by the mixed martial arts promotion. During the event, UFC fighter Kevin Holland came over to speak to Trump after knocking out Santiago Ponzinibbio, and also appeared to speak to him through the cage between rounds.
Trump was also visited by UFC fighter Jorge Masvidal earlier in the week. Miami native Masvidal, who was on the UFC 287 card, visited Trump at his home in Mar-a-Lago after attending one of the ex-president’s rallies. Masvidal retired from MMA with a loss to Gilbert Burns, and praised Trump as the “greatest president in the history of the world”.
Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felony Charges
On Tuesday, Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony charges related to falsifying business records around hush money payments during his 2016 presidential campaign. Despite this ongoing legal battle, Trump has remained active in the public eye, attending events such as UFC 287 and continuing to make public appearances.
Trump’s Relationship with UFC
Trump’s relationship with UFC president Dana White dates back to the early days of the promotion, when Trump hosted UFC events at his Atlantic City casinos. Trump has also been a vocal supporter of MMA, and has attended numerous UFC events over the years. While some fans have criticized Trump’s attendance at UFC 287, others have praised his support for the sport and his friendship with White.
Overall, Trump’s attendance at UFC 287 has generated significant media attention and sparked debate among fans and critics alike. As the former president continues to navigate legal challenges and remain active in public life, his relationship with UFC and the wider world of sports is likely to remain a topic of interest for many.
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