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Judge refuses to block UFC event at White House on Trump’s birthday

A federal judge issued a ruling on Friday regarding a planned UFC fight at the White House. The event is scheduled to coincide with former President Donald Trump’s birthday. A federal judge issued a ruling on Friday regarding a planned UFC fight at the White

House. The event is scheduled to coincide with former President Donald Trump’s birthday. Plaintiffs had sued to stop the fight, claiming it would cause irreparable harm. Judge Amit P. Mehta said the lawsuit was filed at the last minute. He found the filing did not

demonstrate how the event would cause irreversible damage. Because the claim lacked sufficient proof, the judge declined to issue an injunction. The decision allows the UFC fight to proceed as planned. Observers note the ruling underscores the challenges of

timely legal actions against high‑profile events.

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