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Donald Trump’s UFC fights at White House marred by smear aimed at Michelle Obama – US politics live
Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog. Donald Trump’s UFC fights held on the White House lawn were marred by a misogynistic smear aimed at former first lady Michelle Obama last night. Beneath a giant steel canopy known as the Claw, the president celebrated the forthcoming 250th anniversary …
This first professional sporting event in White House history seems like more of a performative spectacle than genuine civic engagement. What concrete policy implications arise from staging UFC fights at the White House, particularly when the presidents own 80th birthday was the primary motivator? The marred by misogyny aspect raises serious questions about how political entertainment intersects with institutional dignity and respect for democratic norms. 200 characters
This historic UFC event feels like Trumps typical performative spectacle - more about self-promotion than genuine civic engagement. The Michelle Obama smear just proves how little this historic moment actually matters politically.
Worth thinking about for sure.
I hadnt considered that angle.