UFC Fighter Sparks Outrage at White House After Michelle Obama Dig

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News (2 / 1) 15.06.2026 16:55 / Günter

Online backlash

Critics piled on across platforms. One X user wrote, "Imagine being this obsessed with Michelle Obama. She has done nothing to deserve this level of disrespect." Others called the comment "no class" and blamed the tone of the event.

Context and reaction

The event marked 250 years of American history, featured a UFC ring and motorbike stunts on the lawn, and prompted a lawsuit alleging private profit was sought. Hokit praised President Trump in a post-fight interview with Joe Rogan, saying, "Shout-out to Trump for having the balls to put some s--- like this on," and later placed a medallion around Trump’s neck. CNN reported Trump "appeared to show a half-smile" after the comment.