Hadriana Lowenkron and Yash RoyJun 15, 2026 – 2.31pmWashington | Donald Trump will head to France for what will likely be contentious discussions with world leaders this week, but first he celebrated his 80th birthday by watching a sport that’s more brutal and bloody than politics.Trump brought TKO Group Holdings Ultimate Fighting Championship to the South Lawn of the White House Sunday evening (Monday AEST). The event helps jumpstart Trump’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the US, complete with a commemorative gold coin bearing his likeness, a huge fair on the National Mall and, in August, an IndyCar race through the streets of Washington, DC.BloombergSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Zuckerberg, Ellison among UFC fans at Trump’s birthday bash
The Meta and Paramount Skydance CEOs were spotted along with Melania Trump and members of the president’s family and Cabinet.
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Trump celebrated his 80th birthday at the White House hosting UFC, with Zuckerberg and Ellison present, as part of the 250th US anniversary celebration. The event signals tech executives' political access and influence on regulatory and market strategy.
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