News · 15 June 2026

Trump, Melania join UFC winner on 80th birthday

This high-profile UFC event saw a major upset during its final, bloody match on the White House South Lawn. Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria in an upset, then President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump joined him in the ring. Trump, celebrating his 80th birthday on Sunday, greeted the crowd with UFC CEO Dana White.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 June 2026 at 7:00

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