Rubio invoked the legacy of President Kennedy’s lunar challenge during an event on Thursday, positioning the UFC as a modern iteration of American exceptionalism. He lauded the organization as a "United Nations of Fighting," noting the diversity of its international athlete roster and the multicultural composition of its fan base. The Secretary’s comments arrive as preparations intensify on the South Lawn, where crews are erecting an octagon cage and thousands of seats.
UFC chief executive Dana White stated the event carries a $30 million price tag, dismissing critics who might view the spectacle as overtly political. Instead, White described the investment as a patriotic gesture aimed at honoring the country’s semiquincentennial. Beyond the South Lawn, the promotion plans to facilitate a massive public gathering at the nearby Ellipse, utilizing large-scale screens to accommodate an estimated 85,000 free-ticket holders.
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