UFC fighter Josh Hokit makes controversial Michelle Obama 'man' claim at White House event

UFC fighter Josh Hokit makes controversial Michelle Obama 'man' claim at White House event Josh Hokit made the controversial statement after winning his bout at the UFC Freedom 250 event hosted by US President Donald Trump on the White House South Lawn A UFC fighter seized the microphone following his bout to brazenly declare 'Michelle Obama is a man'. Josh Hokit claimed victory at the UFC Freedom 250 event on Sunday night, held on the White House South Lawn and hosted by US President Donald Trump. Riding high on his win, he then used his moment in the spotlight to make the shocking outburst. Hokit had faced fellow heavyweight Derrick Lewis at the event, before sitting down for a post-fight interview with Joe Rogan. Rounding off the interview, he declared: "Michelle Obama is a man. Am I right, America?" Footage circulating online captured mixed reactions from the crowd, with some seen laughing while others appeared visibly taken aback by the remarks. Rogan chose not to respond to the comments, simply announcing: "Ladies and gentlemen, Josh Hokit." Hokit also made his way over to Trump, draping a chain around the president's neck. Earlier in the evening, Brazilian fighter Mauricio Ruffy delivered a stunning knockout before pulling off a surprise wedding proposal. Following his defeat of Michael Chandler, Ruffy dropped to one knee and proposed to his girlfriend, Nadine. She responded with a thumbs up. Meanwhile, US Park Police said in a statement that UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland’s presence at the Ellipse drew enough attention from attendees that it resulted in disorder. He wasn’t cited or arrested, they said. Instead, he was taken to his hotel and told not to come back to the venue. Earlier in the day, Strickland was escorted barefoot out of the White House Ellipse area, where thousands of ticketed fans congregated to watch the fights. Boxing legend Tyson Fury made a surprise appearance at the event, joining Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and a host of MAGA royalty. Fury made his entrance after the second fight of the night, walking out to the Kings of Leon hit 'Sex on Fire' in a matching blazer and pants with his 'Gypsy King' logo printed in gold across the design. The most eye-catching piece of his attire was his cap which featured a particularly bold message of support for the President. "Donald Trump for Prime Minister," it ready alongside an embroidered British flag. The slogan was a nod to Trump's signature red "Make America Great Again" caps.