Donald Trump the Megathread part II - Mod Warning updated in OP 12/2/26

His Vegas property can be seen from the strip but it isn't actually on the strip, i.e. Las Vegas Blvd. It is on a side street off strip. He's probably annoyed that he didn't get the prestige of a strip location.

Will you just admit you’re a Trump fan now?

I've always been a fan of the UFC, MMA, boxing and combat sports in general. My posting history is here for everyone to see.

Last night was a historical event that will be talked about for years to come. You have to give Trump and the UFC credit for pulling it off.

It was supposed to be a present to the nation… while being a broadcast on an Ellison owned company which had a subscription charge

The office of President exists to serve the American people, not to promote this sh*tty "sport".

My posting history is here for everyone to see.

That's how everyone knows that you're a Trump fan.

The reason it was historical is because no previous president would have supported having that type of event on the white house lawn and the Lincoln memorial. I appreciate that sport has its fans but there should be some manner of respect for the institutions and history those buildings represent. What's next - a drag race around Arlington cemetery! And despite the spin of it being part of the 250th anniversary, it was basically a billionaire's birthday party at a time when the cost of living is a serious concern for the very people who voted him into the white house, which he is now using as an exclusive events venue.

It was part of the celebrations for America 250. The Whitehouse has hosted various events in the past.

Ah come on, it was for Trumps birthday

The publicity was very helpful to those that fought. I'm happy for them except that Hokit guy because he's going to be unbearable especially with the added attention from the Obama insult. I generally try to avoid his stuff.

The optics amongst the fighting community was very positive overall after last night. It was the craziest event I've ever seen. Like something out of a movie at times.

The whole point of mainstream publicity is to pull in a small portion as the next generation of fans. Every UFC fan had a moment when something caught their attention and they caught the bug and this event will be no different.

It also increased the stock of fighters who won. Gaethje will go up another echelon after finally becoming champ in spectacular fashion.

Ruffy massively increased his stock dismantling chandler on the biggest stage. Likewise O'Malley, Gane and Hokit has solidified himself as enemy number 1 amongst the hardcore MMA fanbase.

Last night was a historical event that will be talked about for years to come.

It sure will, but not in the way you seem to think.

Like a movie....almost like it was scripted so the desired fighter won so he could start spouting his brain mush rubbish that coincidentally appeals to Trumpy and his base!