Ivanka Trump, an accomplished Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner, may play a crucial role in organizing the upcoming UFC fight at the White House on July 4, 2026. As part of America’s 250th birthday celebrations, President Donald Trump initially discussed hosting the event during his Iowa rally last month.
The president has expressed his fascination with the sport, having attended three UFC events since his election in November. Dana White, UFC president, confirmed that he had a conversation with Trump about the event and was planning to visit Washington D.C. to discuss details with both the president and Ivanka.
Ivanka Trump’s interest in jiu-jitsu began when her daughter Arabella started taking lessons, and she has since become an avid fan of the sport. The first daughter will be involved in the planning process of the historic UFC fight.
The White House official confirmed that Ivanka will have a key role in the event’s organization, marking a potential change of pace for her low-key activities during her father’s second term.
Source: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/08/13/ivanka-trump-ufc-dana-white-white-house/85646634007