Donald Trump impromptu announced a potential UFC card at the White House next July 4. MMA is a solitary pursuit. Fighters step into the Octagon chasing paychecks, social media clout and the chance to emerge with minimal physical damage — a trifecta of self-interest.

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UFC president Dana White announced that Jon Jones will likely be featured in the promotion's highly-anticipated event held at the White House next year