UFC CEO Dana White addressed comments made by fighter Josh Hokit during the Freedom 250 fight at the White House, where Hokit referred to Michelle Obama in a derogatory manner. White stated in a text message to Time Magazine, "I understand that the Obamas are public figures but I’m completely against saying nasty and false things about people’s families. Everyone knows my position on free speech, but I hate that kind of nonsense." Hokit made the remark after defeating Derrick Lewis, stating, "And lastly, Michelle Obama is a man. Am I right, America?" The audience had mixed reactions, with both cheers and boos. White House communications director Steven Cheung did not directly address Hokit’s comments but praised his performance in the fight. The former first lady has not publicly commented on the incident. The event was part of celebrations for America’s 250th birthday and coincided with Flag Day and Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
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- loaded language: 'nonsense'
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Dana White criticizes fighter for remarks about Michelle Obama
Dana White condemned fighter Josh Hokit for derogatory remarks about Michelle Obama made during the Freedom 250 fight at the White House. Hokit’s comments received mixed reactions from the audience, and the White House communications director praised Hokit’s performance without addressing the remarks directly. Michelle Obama has not commented on the incident.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'nasty'
- ✕ loaded language: 'nonsense'
- ✕ framing: Dana White condemns fighter
- ✕ framing: broke his silence
- ✕ framing: criticizing the fighter
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Dana White condemns fighter who called Michelle Obama ‘a man’
Dana White criticizes fighter for remarks about Michelle Obama