Why Zac Brown is performing the national anthem at UFC Freedom 250 White House card
- On Sunday, June 14, 2026, the White House hosts UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn, marking an unprecedented outdoor event celebrating 250 years of the U.S. and coinciding with Donald Trump's 80th birthday.
- Weather concerns loom for the outdoor event, though UFC CEO Dana White confirmed it will proceed unless lightning disrupts the broadcast. This seven-fight card breaks from the promotion's usual schedule, creating potential pacing challenges.
- Lightweight champion Ilia Topuria defends his title against interim champion Justin Gaethje in the main event, while former champion Alex Pereira faces Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title in the co-main event.
- Paramount+ begins broadcasting at 8:00 p.m. ET, with the main event between Topuria and Gaethje expected around 11:00 p.m. ET depending on preceding fight pacing.
- Controversial heavyweight Josh Hokit competes alongside Sean O'Malley in the undercard, with Hokit facing Derrick Lewis, described as Trump's favourite fighter in the source material.
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EPIC! Supersonic B-1 Bomber Flies Over White House During UFC Freedom 250 * The Gateway Pundit * by Jordan Conradson
A US Air Force B-1B Lancer bomber made an incredible flyover at the White House last night during the historic UFC Freedom 250 fight. Earlier in the night, US Air Force Thunderbirds and US Navy Blue Angels buzzed a lone protester during the National Anthem.
Zac Brown Performs Electrifying National Anthem Under Military Flyover At UFC Historic White House Event
President Donald Trump and UFC CEO Dana White made a memorable entrance ahead of historic UFC Freedom 250 on the South Lawn of the White House on Sunday. The entrance was followed by an electrifying national anthem performance from country star Zac Brown and the Armed Forces chorus, as well as a memorable military flyover. The event — which coincides with Flag Day as well as President Trump’s 80th birthday — marked the first professional sportin…
The UFC Octagon appears at the White House, starting with Trump's entrance. A surreal scene. Freedom 250 held to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the nation's founding. "This is an unbelievable match. I hope all the fighters enjoy it." Luis Lopez, winner of the UFC Freedom 250 Featherweight bout. "Thank you to Trump for making this happen."
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