Reference News Network July 4 report. According to the U.S. "Capitol Hill" newspaper website, July 3 report, President Trump proposed on July 3 the idea of holding a UFC event at the White House next year as part of the celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
Trump told supporters at an event called "Honoring America" held in Iowa: A youth sports event named "Patriot Games" will be held, as part of a one-year celebration.
He also said that national parks and historical sites, including the White House, will hold special events to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
Trump said: "Imagine us holding a UFC event at the White House. We have a lot of space there. Not us, let Dana do it. Dana is great. Unique." He was referring to Dana White, the chairman of the UFC.
Trump also said that the event would be a full "championship event," accommodating up to 25,000 people. Such an event may require various permits to be held at the White House and its surrounding areas.
Trump has become a regular guest at the UFC. The president has had a long friendship with White. Many fighters who have participated in the UFC have publicly expressed support for Trump.
The New York Post said that Trump's proposal to hold a UFC event at the White House next year is a "remarkable plan." (Translation by Zheng Guoyi)
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