Thunderstorms threaten Trump's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn

BBC News Sunday 14 June 2026, 18:09 UTC 1 min read

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Thousands are expected at the mixed martial arts fight, which coincides with Trump's 80th birthday, but thunderstorms risk threatening the outdoor event.

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