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UFC on the White House Lawn
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The White House hosted a UFC event on the South Lawn to celebrate America’s 250th birthday—and the President’s birthday—sparking debate over patriotism, politics, and spectacle. Critics like Jemele Hill called it “gaudy” and “narcissistic,” likening it to a Trump rally and questioning America’s global image. The UFC reportedly spent up to $60 million, defending the patriotic theme and broad appeal of the sport. The event reignites a national conversation: what does it mean to celebrate America—and who gets to decide?
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