- A massive stage is being constructed on the White House South Lawn for UFC Freedom 250, an event featuring six UFC bouts on June 14.
- The event coincides with Donald Trump's 80th birthday and is marketed as part of America's 250th birthday commemoration.
- Construction crews have begun assembling a large lighting rig, with photos showing cranes and progress on the setup.
- Trump stated that 4,000 seats will be available on the South Lawn, with a free public screening expected to draw up to 100,000 people in Lafayette Park.
- While the UFC is funding the event, sponsorship packages for ringside tickets have reportedly sold for $1 million or more.
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