The president has said he will host a UFC fight at the White House in 2026 to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence.

In 2026, as part of festivities surrounding the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the White House will be home to a top-ranked UFC mixed martial arts fight, President Donald Trump said.

The president, who spoke in Des Moines Thursday night, said there will be a fight at the White House as part of next year's 250th celebration of American independence.