- UFC fighter Josh Hokit sparked controversy after his victory at the UFC Freedom 250 event on June 14 by publicly stating, "Michelle Obama is a man, am I right America?"
- Hokit faced widespread criticism for the remark, with UFC president Dana White condemning it as "nasty and false.”
- In an interview with sports journalist Ariel Helwani, Hokit attempted to defend his outburst, stating, “I thought I was giving her a compliment,” to which Helwani replied: “I don’t think anyone viewed it as such.”
- Hokit further justified his statement by asserting it was a demonstration of "freedom of speech," arguing that such comments would lead to death in other countries.
- Trump, who was present at the event, did not comment on Hokit's remarks but reportedly displayed a half-smile after the fighter's statement.
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