UFC Fight Venue Construction Takes Over White House Thanks to Trump (opens in new tab)

Construction on the ring for the “UFC Freedom 250” mixed martial arts event on June 14 at the White House has begun. Pieces of the blue and white ring could be seen dwarfing the building Tuesday. The structure, according to what President Trump told reporters last month, will be able to hold 4,500 fans for the event, which coincides with Flag Day and Trump’s 80th birthday. An additional 75,000 to 100,000 people will be able to view the contests for free on “massive screens” set up at the Elli...