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UFC banned from putting White House card on PPV with no gate or sponsors

The UFC will not air the White House event on pay-per-view, nor charge a gate or seek sponsors.
The White House card is planned for June 14 on the White House South Lawn with limited public access.
Dana White discussed the event’s funding, saying UFC will cover costs without taxpayer money.
Ariel Helwani asserted there would be no pay-per-view, gate, or sponsors for the White House card.
McGregor’s return remains uncertain following a long layoff and a doping ban.
Officials suggested the event would be self-funded, not using public funds.
The event would feature elite guests and a VIP-only audience, with security limiting public access.
McGregor had previously planned a potential return against Michael Chandler before pulling out of a Sin City showdown.
The report notes the White House card as part of America’s 250th year celebration.
The piece mentions a separate July PPV could still host McGregor if plans change.

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