Josh Hokit grabbed headlines for more than his victory at UFC Freedom 250. He made a controversial statement during his post-fight interview on the White House lawn. The heavyweight fighter defeated Derrick Lewis on Sunday night in front of a star-studded crowd. This included President Donald Trump, UFC president Dana White, and several high-profile guests. The historic UFC Freedom 250 card was held at the White House. It marked the first professional sporting event ever hosted at the venue. Millions watched the action through Paramount+, but social media attention soon shifted from the fights to Hokit’s remarks. During his interview with commentator Joe Rogan, the heavyweight made an unexpected "she is a man" claim about former First Lady Michelle Obama. His statement drew mixed reactions from spectators. Some laughed, and others appeared stunned by what they had heard. Show more Show less
'Michelle Obama is a man': UFC fighter Josh Hokit 'DISRESPECTS' ex-First Lady at White House event
Josh Hokit grabbed headlines for more than his victory at UFC Freedom 250. He made a controversial statement during his post-fight interview on the White House lawn. The heavyweight fighter defeated Derrick Lewis on Sunday night in front of a star-studded crowd. This included President Donald Trump, UFC president Dana White, and several high-profile guests. The historic UFC Freedom 250 card was held at the White House. It marked the first professional sporting event ever hosted at the venue. Millions watched the action through Paramount+, but social media attention soon shifted from the fights to Hokit’s remarks. During his interview with commentator Joe Rogan, the heavyweight made an unexpected "she is a man" claim about former First Lady Michelle Obama. His statement drew mixed reactions from spectators. Some laughed, and others appeared stunned by what they had heard.
