Overview
- Speaking on CBS Sunday Morning, White dismissed criticism that his support for President Trump makes the UFC political and urged people to be authentic.
- He recounted that Trump hosted early UFC events at the Trump Taj Mahal after the 2001 acquisition and praised the promotion’s rise.
- White has publicly backed Trump, including a 2024 endorsement and a speech at the Republican National Convention.
- CBS correspondent Luke Burbank reported that White pushed Trump to appear on younger 'manosphere' podcasts, which some observers credit with aiding his 2024 outreach.
- He also downplayed concerns about a reported UFC event on the White House lawn on June 14 to mark America’s 250th anniversary, characterizing the plan as not inherently political.