Dana White’s bold UFC White House choice sparks questions as MMA icon gets sidelined

UFC President Dana White has stated Jon Jones will not headline the upcoming White House card due to a past withdrawal from a fight against Tom Aspinall. White cited concerns about a last-minute pullout jeopardizing the historic event, scheduled for June 14, 2026. Despite Jones's desire to face Alex Pereira, White's trust issues have excluded him from the main event.

Dana White’s bold UFC White House choice sparks questions as MMA icon gets sidelined
UFC President Dana White has stated Jon Jones will not headline the upcoming White House card due to a past withdrawal from a fight against Tom Aspinall. White cited concerns about a last-minute pullout jeopardizing the historic event, scheduled for June 14, 2026. Despite Jones's desire to face Alex Pereira, White's trust issues have excluded him from the main event.