Lawsuit Seeks to Block Trump’s Planned UFC Match at White House

The plaintiffs say the move violates National Park Service regulations prohibiting sporting events.

Construction continues on the arena on the South Lawn of the White House for a future UFC mixed martial arts fight, in Washington on June 6, 2026. John McDonnell/AP Photo

A federal lawsuit filed on June 6 seeks an emergency court order to stop an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event from being held on White House grounds next week.

The UFC event was scheduled to take place on the White House South Lawn on June 14, which falls on Flag Day and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday, which organizers said was part of celebrations for America’s 250th independence.