UFC fans and political enthusiasts alike are buzzing with excitement after news broke that UFC CEO Dana White will be introducing former President Donald Trump at the upcoming Republican convention in Milwaukee.
White, known for his no-nonsense approach and outspoken personality, is no stranger to the political scene. He has been a long-time supporter of Trump and even spoke at the Republican National Convention in 2020. His introduction of Trump at this upcoming event is sure to be one for the books.
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The decision to have White introduce Trump comes as no surprise to those who have followed their relationship over the years. White has praised Trump for his support of the UFC and has often credited him with helping the sport gain mainstream popularity.
The Wall Street Journal broke the news on Thursday, reporting the UFC honcho will make his third consecutive appearance at the RNC, serving as the co-main event for one of the biggest nights in politics.
Of course, Dana and Donald go back years.
In fact, during his RNC speech in 2016, White recalled how Trump was one of the UFC’s biggest supporters when he and his business partners purchased the organization back in 2001.
“It was basically considered a blood sport,” White said. “State athletic commissions didn’t support us, areas around the world refused to host our events. Nobody took us seriously, nobody. Expect Donald Trump.”
“Donald was the first guy that recognized the potential that we saw in the UFC and encouraged us to build our business. He hosted our first two events at his venue, he dealt with us personally, he got in the trenches with us and made a deal that worked for everyone.”
Clearly, Dana has not been one to shy away from his support from the 45th president.
During an appearance on “This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von,” White told a story about a UFC sponsor who attempted to force the organization to distance itself from Trump. Dana’s response … f*** off!
Now, Dana is set to show his support once again for Trump, who has been opening up an even wider lead in the polls since Biden’s disastrous debate.
The decision to have Dana White introduce Donald Trump at the upcoming Republican convention in Milwaukee is a bold move that is sure to make headlines. With White’s charisma and Trump’s larger-than-life presence, this event is shaping up to be one for the history books. Fans of both the UFC and politics are sure to be tuning in to see what unfolds.
