President Donald Trump decided to host a UFC fight at the White House after his post-election appearance at a UFC fight at Madison Square Garden.

The $60 million event on the South Lawn comes as Trump faces low approval ratings amid a war with Iran and rising inflation.

Some allies worry the spectacle will exacerbate perceptions Trump is focused on personal pet projects rather than governing.

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Donald Trump was at the height of his power when he decided to stage a UFC fight on the South Lawn of America’s most famous address.